How to get to Lindau (Bodensee) from Düsseldorf

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Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £368.

Distance: 460 km

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£110

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Compare ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee)

Compare the available ways to get from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee), with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) is a coach with an average price of £54.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee):

A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average £110.

A coach is £315 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average £368.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Lindau (Bodensee) take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 17m.

Coach takes on average 13h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Lindau (Bodensee) including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 47m sooner (5h 47m by train vs 6h 34m by car). Tickets start at around £110 compared to roughly £75 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.

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.

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from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee)

How to get to Lindau (Bodensee) from Düsseldorf by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Lindau (Bodensee) by train

The most popular day trips by train from Lindau (Bodensee) are Bregenz, Friedrichshafen, Konstanz, Ravensburg and Ulm. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lindau (Bodensee) on Omio.

A view of Bregenz

Day trip from Lindau (Bodensee) to Bregenz by train

Why visit Bregenz for the day?

Bregenz sits on Lake Constance and is best known for the Bregenzer Festspiele and its striking floating stage. Its compact centre, waterfront setting and views from Pfänder give the city a calm cultural character.

A view of Friedrichshafen

Day trip from Lindau (Bodensee) to Friedrichshafen by train

Why visit Friedrichshafen for the day?

Friedrichshafen is a lakeside city on Lake Constance known for its Zeppelin history and aviation links. Its broad promenade, Alpine views and modern character make it feel both industrial and relaxed.

A view of Konstanz

Day trip from Lindau (Bodensee) to Konstanz by train

Why visit Konstanz for the day?

Konstanz sits on Lake Constance at the Swiss border, known for its medieval old town and lively university feel. Harbour views, historic streets and the broad waters of the Bodensee give the city a relaxed character.

A view of Ravensburg

Day trip from Lindau (Bodensee) to Ravensburg by train

Why visit Ravensburg for the day?

Ravensburg is known for its medieval towers and gates, which give the old town a distinctive Upper Swabian character. It is also closely linked with Ravensburger, the games and puzzles company founded here.

A view of Ulm

Day trip from Lindau (Bodensee) to Ulm by train

Why visit Ulm for the day?

Ulm, on the Danube, is known for Ulm Minster and the world’s tallest church spire. Its compact centre pairs medieval corners and canalside areas with striking modern architecture.

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FAQs: Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee)

Travel to Lindau (Bodensee) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee).

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There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Lindau (Bodensee) including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) is a coach with an average price of £54.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee):

A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average £110.

A coach is £315 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average £368.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Lindau (Bodensee) take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 17m.

Coach takes on average 13h 19m.

The Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) distance is approximately 460 km.
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) is:
  • Around 58 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Lindau (Bodensee) as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee):
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Lindau-Insel.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Lindau, Blaukreuzstrasse.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee), then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Lindau (Bodensee) by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lindau (Bodensee) by coach.
  • Travel with Eurowings, KLM, Lufthansa, Air France, British Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, BA Cityflyer, Air Dolomiti, KLM Cityhopper, Qatar Airways, Smartwings, CitizenPlane, GetJet Airlines, Avion Express Malta, ITA, Austrian Airlines, Edelweiss Air to go to Lindau (Bodensee) by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee):
  • 12 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Smartwings, Avion Express Malta, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee) often also extend their vacation to go to Bregenz, Zurich, Munich, Vaduz, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lindau (Bodensee) and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Düsseldorf to Lindau (Bodensee), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
To fully experience Lindau (Bodensee), a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore the historic old town, enjoy lake views, and visit nearby attractions such as the Bavarian Alps and neighbouring towns on Lake Constance.

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