How to get to Venlo from Duisburg

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Compare train and coach for Duisburg to Venlo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Venlo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 42 km

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£21

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£9

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1h 27m

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The cheapest way to travel from Duisburg to Venlo is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Venlo:

A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Venlo costing on average £21.

The fastest way to travel from Duisburg to Venlo is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Venlo take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Duisburg and Venlo including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£12. The journey takes 58m versus 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Duisburg to Venlo

How to get to Venlo from Duisburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Duisburg to Venlo is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:300h40
    Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz
    18:10Venlo, Centraal Station
    £281One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:300h40
    Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz
    18:10Venlo, Centraal Station
    £281One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:300h40
    Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz
    18:10Venlo, Centraal Station
    £281One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Venlo by train

The most popular day trips by train from Venlo are Maastricht, Eindhoven, Nijmegen, Mönchengladbach and Roermond. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Venlo on Omio.

A view of Maastricht

Day trip from Venlo to Maastricht by train

Why visit Maastricht for the day?

Maastricht is known for its Roman past, medieval churches and graceful squares in the far south of the Netherlands. Split by the River Maas, it has a warm, Burgundian feel shaped by Dutch, Belgian and German influences.

A view of Eindhoven

Day trip from Venlo to Eindhoven by train

Why visit Eindhoven for the day?

Eindhoven is known for design, technology and its Philips past, giving it a modern, creative feel. Former industrial areas, contemporary architecture and a lively student scene shape the city’s character.

A view of Nijmegen

Day trip from Venlo to Nijmegen by train

Why visit Nijmegen for the day?

Nijmegen is the Netherlands' oldest city, known for Roman history, a lively student scene and its setting on the River Waal. Historic streets, green parks and busy cafés give it an easy-going character.

A view of Mönchengladbach

Day trip from Venlo to Mönchengladbach by train

Why visit Mönchengladbach for the day?

Mönchengladbach is best known for Borussia Mönchengladbach and its roots in the textile industry. Parks, Schloss Rheydt and a practical Rhineland atmosphere give the city a grounded, everyday character.

A view of Roermond

Day trip from Venlo to Roermond by train

Why visit Roermond for the day?

Roermond is a compact Limburg city known for its designer outlet, historic centre and waterside setting. Gothic churches, pleasant squares and the nearby Maasplassen give it a relaxed mix of shopping, culture and outdoor life.

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FAQs: Duisburg to Venlo

Travel to Venlo 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 Duisburg to Venlo.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Duisburg and Venlo including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Duisburg to Venlo is a coach with an average price of £11.

This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Venlo:

A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Venlo costing on average £21.

The fastest way to travel from Duisburg to Venlo is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Venlo take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 27m.

The Duisburg to Venlo distance is approximately 42 km.
The average frequency per day from Duisburg to Venlo is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Duisburg and Venlo as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Duisburg to Venlo:
  • Trains mostly depart from Duisburg Hbf and arrive in Blerick.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz and arrive in Venlo, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Duisburg to Venlo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Venlo by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Venlo by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Duisburg to Venlo:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Duisburg to Venlo often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Eindhoven, Cologne, Rotterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venlo and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Duisburg to Venlo, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
To explore Venlo's key attractions, such as the Limburgs Museum, the Maas riverfront, and local markets, a two-day visit is ideal.

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