The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
478 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Düsseldorf will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $32.
Of the 32 trains that leave Berlin for Düsseldorf every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 478 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 478 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$83 Average Price | $44 Average Price Cheapest | $232 Average Price |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berlin to Düsseldorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Düsseldorf trains for today, Friday, 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixTrain | 6:59 am Berlin Ostbahnhof | 5h16 | 12:15 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:10 am Berlin Hbf | 5h05 | 12:15 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:40 am Berlin Spandau | 4h35 | 12:15 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 11:06 am Berlin-Charlottenburg | 6h34 | 5:40 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 11:27 am Berlin Hbf | 4h55 | 4:22 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 11:40 am Berlin Spandau | 4h42 | 4:22 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 3:32 pm Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 4h44 | 8:16 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Düsseldorf
Trains from Berlin to Düsseldorf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $23 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 478 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 478 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin to Düsseldorf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Düsseldorf from $23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
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FAQs: Berlin to Düsseldorf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Düsseldorf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Berlin, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Berlin Hbf, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Berlin Südkreuz station, Berlin Spandau, Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station and Berlin Zoologischer Garten. When arriving in Düsseldorf, you can end your journey in train stations like Düsseldorf Hbf and Düsseldorf Airport station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Berlin Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Düsseldorf Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Düsseldorf
- Wernesgrüner B
- Steakhaus Barbecue
- TreBo
- Thai-A-Dong
- Hotel Karlshorst
- Allee-Hotel Berlin
- Mit-Mensch
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Sumak
- Café.komm
- Trattoria Ottavio
- Haus Litzbrück
- Haus Litzbrück
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