Trains from Düsseldorf to Cologne

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TomorrowApr 30
from $6
WedMay 1
from $6
ThuMay 2
from $4
FriMay 3
from $4
SatMay 4
from $4
SunMay 5
from $4
MonMay 6
TueMay 7

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixTrainFlixTrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $6
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixTrainFlixTrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $6
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixTrainFlixTrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $6
Train Düsseldorf to Cologne: Trip Overview

Train Düsseldorf to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$4
Average train trip duration27m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure12:32 PM
Distance21 miles (33 km)
Latest train departure9:19 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.

Düsseldorf to Cologne Trains

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Düsseldorf - Cologne

The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Cologne is $4. The best way to find train tickets from Düsseldorf to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Düsseldorf and Cologne is around 27m, although the fastest train will take about 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 22 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Düsseldorf to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Düsseldorf to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains traveling between Düsseldorf and Cologne leave from Hbf or ZOB am Hbf and arrive at Hbf, Cologne Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

Once in Cologne, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Köln Triangle Panorama, Twelve Romanesque churches, Cologne Zoo, Hohenzollern Bridge, Historic Town Hall.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of $4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Düsseldorf to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $4 to $4 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2024-05-04.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Düsseldorf and Cologne is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cologne.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cologne, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Düsseldorf and Cologne, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Düsseldorf to Cologne.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

What's the cheapest way to go from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time55mAvg Price$6Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time27mAvg Price$4Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel Time30mAvg Price$4Daily Departures11

The best way to travel between Düsseldorf and Cologne is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $4 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $2. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cologne, choose the train, as it will take you from Düsseldorf to Cologne in about 27m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Cologne to Düsseldorf

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