Trains tickets from Düsseldorf to Cologne

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Today1 May
from US$7
Tomorrow2 May
from US$5
Sat3 May
from US$5
Sun4 May
from US$7
Mon5 May
from US$4
Tue6 May
Wed7 May
Thu8 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 May at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Cologne

Bus
Average priceUS$10 - US$34Average duration1h 30m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$5 - US$57Average duration26m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$3 - US$17Average duration40m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Düsseldorf to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day
40mAverage duration
US$3Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Düsseldorf to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$29
Average train trip duration26m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure00:08
Distance21 miles
Latest train departure22:35

Düsseldorf to Cologne Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Düsseldorf - Cologne

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne cost?

    The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Cologne is US$29. The best way to find cheap 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

    A train trip between Düsseldorf and Cologne is around 26m, although the fastest train will take about 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 22 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Düsseldorf and Cologne?

    The number of trains from Düsseldorf to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Düsseldorf to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
29/04
US$5
30/04
US$7
Today
US$7
02/05
US$5
03/05
US$5
04/05
US$7
05/05
US$4
06/05
US$4
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Cologne was searched and found on 5 May 2025 with a price of US$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 US$4 to US$7 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 US$4, which is on 2025-05-05.

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 personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey 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 105m, 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 60m 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.

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