Travelling to Düsseldorf

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Best day trips from Düsseldorf

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

A view of Cologne

Day trip from Düsseldorf to Cologne

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 Düsseldorf to Cologne?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £6.

A view of Bonn

Day trip from Düsseldorf to Bonn

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 Düsseldorf to Bonn?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £19.

A view of Essen

Day trip from Düsseldorf to Essen

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 Düsseldorf to Essen?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £6.

A view of Aachen

Day trip from Düsseldorf to Aachen

Why visit Aachen for the day?

Aachen is best known for its cathedral and its close ties to Charlemagne and imperial history. Near the borders with Belgium and the Netherlands, it feels compact, youthful and international, with thermal spa traditions and a busy university scene.

How to get from Düsseldorf to Aachen?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £34.

A view of Dortmund

Day trip from Düsseldorf to Dortmund

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 Düsseldorf to Dortmund?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £9.

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How to Get to Düsseldorf

Tourists can travel to Düsseldorf by plane, train or bus from cities all over Europe or around the world.

Flights to Düsseldorf

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) is one of Air Berlin's main hubs and Germany's third largest airport. It is about 15 km from the city centre and passengers can travel to Düsseldorf from over 175 global destinations each week with airlines such as British Airways, Alitalia and Etihad. Other carriers such as Ryanair sometimes fly to Düsseldorf Weeze Airport which is 80 km from the city centre. Both airports have excellent train and bus links to the city centre.

Trains to Düsseldorf

Trains from all over Europe arrive at Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof, the city's main railway station and a major link in the Deutsche Bahn national rail network. These include high-speed Thalys trains from Brussels and Paris and Intercity Express and Eurocity trains from other parts of Germany. Düsseldorf Stadtbahn trains and local trams stop at the station enabling passengers to reach any part of the city easily.

Coaches to Düsseldorf

There are several National Express coaches to Düsseldorf from London each week. Tourists can also travel to Düsseldorf by bus with operators like Eurolines, Infobus, OuiBus and Flixbus from most European cities including Amsterdam and Paris. Coaches arrive at the Central Station in Worringer Strasse which is in the city centre and well served by local transport.

About Dusseldorf

The capital of North Rhine - Westphalia, Düsseldorf is known for prestigious trade fairs, dazzling nightlife and modern art and architecture. The decidedly upmarket city enjoys a superb location on the banks of the Rhine and though much was destroyed during the Second World War the bustling Old Town has been meticulously rebuilt. Essential stops for visitors include the City Monument, the Neander Church and Media Harbor where incredible buildings by Frank O. Gehry, David Chipperfield and Claude Vasconi dominate the skyline.

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