How to get to Düsseldorf from Emmerich am Rhein

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Compare train and coach for Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 78 km

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Driving

£30

Average Price

£9

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Cheapest

£14

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 53m

Average total duration

1h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 14m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

VIAS Rail GmbH

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FlixBus

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The cheapest way to travel from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf:

A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf costing on average £30.

The fastest way to travel from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 1h 50m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Emmerich am Rhein and Düsseldorf 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 £30 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-16.45. The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 14m 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 Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf

How to get to Düsseldorf from Emmerich am Rhein by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:351h35
    Isselburg, Im Geer (Autohof)
    20:10Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    £71One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:351h35
    Isselburg, Im Geer (Autohof)
    20:10Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    £71One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:451h00
    Isselburg, Im Geer (Autohof)
    20:45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • VIAS Rail GmbH20021
    12:121h21
    Praest
    13:33Düsseldorf Hbf
    £351One-way
    0 changes
  • VIAS Rail GmbH20015
    9:121h21
    Praest
    10:33Düsseldorf Hbf
    £351One-way
    0 changes
  • VIAS Rail GmbH20019
    11:121h21
    Praest
    12:33Düsseldorf Hbf
    £351One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:551h40
    Isselburg, Im Geer (Autohof)
    13:35Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    £71One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Düsseldorf by train

The most popular day trips by train 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 train from Düsseldorf on Omio.

A view of Cologne

Day trip from Düsseldorf 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.

A view of Bonn

Day trip from Düsseldorf 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.

A view of Essen

Day trip from Düsseldorf 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.

A view of Aachen

Day trip from Düsseldorf to Aachen by train

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.

A view of Dortmund

Day trip from Düsseldorf 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.

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FAQs: Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf

Travel to Düsseldorf 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 Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf.

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There are 2 options to travel between Emmerich am Rhein and Düsseldorf including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf:

A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf costing on average £30.

The fastest way to travel from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 1h 50m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 53m.

The Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf distance is approximately 78 km.
The average frequency per day from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf is:
  • Around 3 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Emmerich am Rhein and Düsseldorf 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 Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf:
  • Trains mostly depart from Emmerich and arrive in Duisburg Hbf.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Isselburg, Im Geer (Autohof) and arrive in Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Düsseldorf by coach.
  • Travel with VIAS Rail GmbH to go to Düsseldorf by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf:
  • 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, London, Palma, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Düsseldorf and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Emmerich am Rhein to Düsseldorf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Düsseldorf, you can explore the vibrant markets at Carlsplatz, enjoy a Rhine River boat cruise, and visit the Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum. Experience a performance at the Deutsche Oper am Rhein and discover serenity at the Japanese Garden in Nordpark. Must-see sights include the Rheinturm for panoramic views, Königsallee for luxury shopping, the historic Altstadt for nightlife, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen for art enthusiasts, and Schloss Benrath for its baroque architecture and gardens.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Düsseldorf allows you to explore its vibrant arts scene, enjoy the Altstadt's nightlife, visit the Rhine Promenade, and appreciate its modern architecture.

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