- Must visit
Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 42 m
Trains on 18 Sept
29
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Düsseldorf will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 29 trains from Utrecht to Düsseldorf, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 3521 · 20073 · 10123 · ICE 105
IC 3553 · 20089 · 10155 · ICE 203
IC 3537 · 20081
IC 3545 · 20085
IC 3553 · 20089
ICE 121
ICE 125
ICE 129
ICE 127
ICE 225Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 150 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht to Düsseldorf:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Düsseldorf costing on average £39.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 57m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (2h 10m by train vs 2h 13m by car). Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Düsseldorf trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3091+ 20009 | 0:53 Utrecht Centraal | 6h40 | 7:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3015+ 20011 | 5:53 Utrecht Centraal | 2h40 | 8:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 121 | On time 7:04 Utrecht Centraal | 1h41 | 8:45 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3121+ 20013 | 7:09 Utrecht Centraal | 2h24 | 9:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3521 · 20073 | 7:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h45 | 10:09 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3521 · 20073 · S8 | 7:24 Utrecht Centraal | 3h04 | 10:28 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3521 · 20073 · 10123 · ICE 105 | On time 7:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h58 | 10:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3023+ 20015 | 7:54 Utrecht Centraal | 2h39 | 10:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 225 | On time 9:02 Utrecht Centraal | 1h43 | 10:45 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3529 · 20077 · S8 | 9:24 Utrecht Centraal | 3h04 | 12:28 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · ICE 107 | On time 9:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h58 | 12:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3031+ 20019 | 9:54 Utrecht Centraal | 2h39 | 12:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 123 | On time 11:02 Utrecht Centraal | 1h43 | 12:45 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3537 · 20081 | 11:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h45 | 14:09 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · ICE 109 | On time 11:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h58 | 14:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3537 · 20081 · S8 | 11:24 Utrecht Centraal | 3h04 | 14:28 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3039+ 20023 | 11:54 Utrecht Centraal | 2h39 | 14:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 125 | On time 13:03 Utrecht Centraal | 1h42 | 14:45 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3545 · 20085 | 13:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h45 | 16:09 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3545 · 20085 · 10147 · ICE 201 | On time 13:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h58 | 16:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3545 · 20085 · S8 | 13:24 Utrecht Centraal | 3h04 | 16:28 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3047+ 20027 | 13:54 Utrecht Centraal | 2h39 | 16:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 127 | On time 15:03 Utrecht Centraal | 1h42 | 16:45 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3553 · 20089 | 15:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h45 | 18:09 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3553 · 20089 · S8 | 15:24 Utrecht Centraal | 3h04 | 18:28 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3553 · 20089 · 10155 · ICE 203 | On time 15:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h58 | 18:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3055+ 20031 | 15:54 Utrecht Centraal | 2h39 | 18:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 129 | On time 17:03 Utrecht Centraal | 1h42 | 18:45 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3561 · 20093 | 17:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h45 | 20:09 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Utrecht to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 0:24 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Important collection of modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture and installation, housed in a landmark black-granite building.
Gallery for post-war and contemporary art in a former parliament building. Worth visiting for its focused exhibitions and riverside location.
The historic old town by the Rhine, packed with lanes, churches and squares. Ideal for wandering, architecture and a lively sense of local life.
Popular riverfront promenade for walking and cycling, linking the old town with modern districts and offering broad Rhine views.
Elegant boulevard famed for its broad canal, mature trees and high-end shops. Even without shopping, it is one of the city’s classic walks.
Rye bread spread with savoury minced pork and onions. A classic Rhineland pub snack, especially associated with Düsseldorf breweries.
Blood sausage served with apple sauce and mashed potatoes. A traditional Rhineland comfort dish found in breweries and home cooking.
Slow-cooked beef in a dark raisin sauce with potato dumplings or red cabbage. A festive Rhineland speciality popular in Düsseldorf.
Long-running brewery restaurant known for fresh Altbier, roast pork, sausages and hearty local fare near the old town.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving classic Rhineland dishes and its own Altbier in a lively, traditional beer hall setting.
Traditional brewery venue pouring Schumacher Alt and serving substantial Düsseldorf classics in a convivial, wood-panelled setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is efficient and fairly priced for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Düsseldorf Hbf -> Steinstraße/Königsallee, Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht to Düsseldorf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Utrecht to Düsseldorf trains use the Utrecht Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Utrecht and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Utrecht Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn is 3 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
ATMs are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
Available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn: Parking.
Available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
Utrecht Overvecht is 2 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Overvecht has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
ATMs are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
Available at Utrecht Overvecht: Parking.
Available at Utrecht Overvecht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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