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  • Deutsche BahnICE 552
    19:044h03
    Berlin Hbf
    23:07Wuppertal Hbf
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 544 · 17433
    16:474h15
    Berlin Hbf
    21:02Wuppertal Hbf
    £421One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 554
    17:044h03
    Berlin Hbf
    21:07Wuppertal Hbf
    £451One-way
    0 changes

Best day trips from Wuppertal by train

The most popular day trips by train from Wuppertal are Cologne, Düsseldorf, Dortmund, Essen and Bonn. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Wuppertal on Omio.

A view of Cologne

Day trip from Wuppertal to Cologne by train

Why visit Cologne for the day?

Cologne is known for its towering cathedral, Roman heritage and relaxed Rhineland spirit. Museums, riverfront views and a strong brewing culture give the city an open, sociable feel.

How to get from Wuppertal to Cologne by train?

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 30m.

A view of Düsseldorf

Day trip from Wuppertal to Düsseldorf by train

Why visit Düsseldorf for the day?

Düsseldorf is known for fashion, contemporary art and its lively Altstadt on the Rhine. Sleek shopping streets, traditional breweries and bold modern architecture give it a polished yet sociable character.

How to get from Wuppertal to Düsseldorf by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 21m.

A view of Dortmund

Day trip from Wuppertal to Dortmund by train

Why visit Dortmund for the day?

Dortmund is a Ruhr city known for football, brewing heritage and its industrial roots. Former worksites, parks and modern cultural venues give it a practical, lively character.

How to get from Wuppertal to Dortmund by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 37m.

A view of Essen

Day trip from Wuppertal to Essen by train

Why visit Essen for the day?

Essen is a Ruhr city known for its industrial heritage and modern cultural scene. The Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex and broad green spaces give it a practical, contemporary character.

How to get from Wuppertal to Essen by train?

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 58m.

A view of Bonn

Day trip from Wuppertal to Bonn by train

Why visit Bonn for the day?

Bonn is best known as Beethoven’s birthplace and the former capital of West Germany. Set on the Rhine, it feels calm and cultured, with museums, leafy neighbourhoods and a strong university presence.

How to get from Wuppertal to Bonn by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 59m.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to Wuppertal trainsTravel to Wuppertal on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
£39
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 16m
Cheapest Price
£20
FlixTrain frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 27m
Cheapest Price
£80
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
12 a day

Complete guide to Wuppertal

Things to do in Wuppertal

Discover the best of Wuppertal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wuppertal trip today.

  • Must visit

Von der Heydt-Museum

Major art museum with 19th- and 20th-century collections in a handsome former town hall near the centre.

  • Recommended

Engels-Haus

Museum and early industrial monument presenting the life and work of Friedrich Engels in the restored Engels House.

  • Recommended

Kunstmuseum im Von der Heydt-Kunsthalle

Art museum in a former pumping station showing changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary works in an intimate setting.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels are usually cheaper than in Cologne or Düsseldorf.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service; tell the server the total when paying.

station information and facilities

Train stations in Wuppertal

Check where to Wuppertal trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.

Wuppertal HbfWuppertal Hbf, Döppersberg 37, 42103 WuppertalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk

Wuppertal Hbf train station facilities and services

Wuppertal 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 and drink

Food options include: Vidaleo, Cafe Extrablatt, McDonald's, KYTO Coffee Wuppertal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal Hbf. ATMs are available at Wuppertal Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Information desks are available at Wuppertal Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Central-Hotel, Ibis Wuppertal City, Hotel Astor, Arcade.

Wuppertal-OberbarmenWuppertal-Oberbarmen, Rittershauser Brücke 15, 42277 WuppertalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Wuppertal-Oberbarmen from Wuppertal city centre

Wuppertal-Oberbarmen is 5 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb, Re · 7m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
BusS9 · 23m · £4
611, Ne 5 · 34m · every ~3 min

Wuppertal-Oberbarmen train station facilities and services

Wuppertal-Oberbarmen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: McDonald's, Färberei:Café, Wupper Grill, Vinh Son

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.

Wuppertal-VohwinkelWuppertal-Vohwinkel, Bahnstr. 14-16, 42327 WuppertalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Wuppertal-Vohwinkel from Wuppertal city centre

Wuppertal-Vohwinkel is 6 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:

Train77292, 77291, 77290, 77285, 77283, 77298, 77296, 77294, 77226, 77222, 77216, 77232, 77236, 77242, 91572, 77212, 77186, 77192, 77196, 77202, 77206, 77246, 77256, 77252, 77286, 77289, 92902, 77182, 92900, 91582, 91580, 91578, 91576, 77282, 77276, 91574, 77262, 77266, 77272, 77174, 63532, 63528, 63526, 63524, 63522, 63520, 63518, 63516, 63514, 63512, 63510, 63508, 63506, 63534, 63504, 63502, 63536, 63530, 63540, 77170, 77164, 77158, 63538, 77152, 77148, 63542, 63544, 63546, 63548, 63550, 63552, 63554, 63556, 63558, 63560, 63562, 63564, 77128, 92910, 55880, 55878, 55876, 55884, 77228, 77234, 77238, 77198, 77244, 77248, 77254, 77224, 77218, 77214, 77208, 77204, 77258, 77184, 77188, 77194, 77264, 91914, 91912, 91500, 91498, 91496, 91494, 91492, 91490, 77172, 91488, 91486, 77288, 77287, 77284, 77278, 77274, 77268, 77132, 29056, 29042, 77134, 29062, 29066, 29072, 55854, 55856, 55860, 55862, 55868, 55870, 55850, 55872, 55882, 77126, 77130, 29068, 55874, 55848, 55866, 55842, 55844, 29074, 29084, 29086, 29080, 29092, 29096, 29098, 29090, 29078, 77176, 91462, 92908, 92906, 92904, 91474, 91472, 91470, 91468, 91466, 91464, 91460, 77166, 92912, 77160, 77154, 29060, 29054, 29050, 29048, 29040, 92914 · 5m · £5 · every ~4 min
BusS8 · 20m · £4 · every ~6 min
600, Ne 1 · 21m

Wuppertal-Vohwinkel train station facilities and services

Wuppertal-Vohwinkel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cay Ocegi, Mona Lisa, Kochstube, Kebab Haus

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Vohwinkel.

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