Düsseldorf to Cologne train
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Trip Summary
There are 24 daily trains from Düsseldorf to Cologne. Traveling by train from Düsseldorf to Cologne usually takes around 44 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one minute.
| Distance | 22 mi (35 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 1m |
| Lowest price | $4.29 |
| Trains per day | 25 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 6 |
Train service from Düsseldorf to Cologne
- DB Eurocity tickets: C$19 one-way
- DB Intercity tickets: C$19 one-way
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: C$19 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: C$19 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: C$19 one-way
- FlixTrain tickets: C$4 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne?
In the last month, $4.97 was the average price of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 8 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $20.57 more than that for a same-day booking.
Monthly average prices
If you are trying to decide when to travel from Düsseldorf to Cologne by train so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for July. That’s when the average price for a train ticket is expected to be just C$16 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Düsseldorf to Cologne in November, expect to spend more on your train trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to C$27 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 8 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Cologne from Düsseldorf will be about C$20.57 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Which train should you take from Düsseldorf to Cologne?
There are 6 train lines with service from Düsseldorf to Cologne. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 27 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Eurocity | 1 | 0h 26m | $21.02 |
| DB Intercity | 2 | 0h 29m | $21.13 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 5 | 0h 35m | $26.80 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 27 | 0h 51m | $27.00 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 8 | 0h 52m | $26.85 |
| FlixTrain | 3 | 0h 30m | $5.52 |
DB Eurocity train tickets from Düsseldorf to Cologne start from $19, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 DB Eurocity schedules to Cologne. DB Eurocity in Düsseldorf leaves from Düsseldorf Central Station . And in Cologne trains arrive at Central Station .
From Düsseldorf to Cologne train travel on DB Eurocity takes 0 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cologne faster, DB Eurocity offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 1 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, DB Eurocity offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Cologne.
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Düsseldorf to Cologne start from $19, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Cologne. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Düsseldorf leaves from Düsseldorf-Benrath and 23 other stations. And in Cologne trains arrive at Central Station .
From Düsseldorf to Cologne train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 0 hours and 52 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cologne faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 1 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 18 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Cologne.
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 3 daily trips to Cologne from Düsseldorf. The train usually departs from Düsseldorf Central Station in Düsseldorf and arrives at Cologne Central Station in Cologne after about 0 hours and 30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Düsseldorf to Cologne. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Düsseldorf at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. 25 of these are direct connections to Cologne. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cologne to Düsseldorf.
City Information
Düsseldorf
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Düsseldorf is located between Essen and Cologne in Germany and is known for its booming fashion industry. Arts, music, and culture thrive in this welcoming and multicultural destination.
Altstaft, the city's old town, fills its narrow streets with relaxed cafes and chic bars. If you're lucky enough to visit in the winter, Düsseldorf is home to one of Germany's best Christmas markets, hosted at Marktplatz.
To experience Düsseldorf's culture, you can opt to watch a performance in an opera or a theatre. Two of the top theaters are the Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus and Roncalli’s Apollo Variete. Then, when the opera makes you feel sufficiently posh, you'll be ready to enter the pink, opulent palace of Schloss Benrath.
While nearly every corner in Düsseldorf is filled with shops to catch your eye, the most exclusive and luxury shops congregate on one street: Königsallee. However, if you prefer digging through thrift shops and poking into local boutiques, Lorettostrasse might be more your style.
Düsseldorf is home to one of the largest airports in the area, with flights to many international destinations. To view the German countryside from the ground, take a Deutsche Bahn train or a bus offered by several companies that run routes throughout Europe.
Cologne
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There's no shortage of sights, culture, history, and adventure in Cologne, an alluring city on the Rhine. One of the most famous landmarks of the city is the Cologne Cathedral. This Gothic building and UNESCO World Heritage site remains the most iconic structure in the city. In fact, the Cologne Cathedral is the most visited landmark in Germany. Next door, the Museum Ludwig contrasts the cathedral's sense of history with an impressive collection of modern art, including works by Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol.
Cologne's breadth of museums also caters to a younger crowd. Families with children should head to the Cologne Chocolate Museum along the river or the Cologne Zoological Garden for memorable, kid-friendly experiences.
Foodies, rejoice! Cologne is home to mouthwatering German delicacies and upscale restaurants. Start your day with breakfast at Café Sehnsucht. For lunch, visit Herings Im Martinswinkel, and for dinner, head over to Bei Oma Kleinmann to feel like you're visiting your long-lost German grandmother.
Trains like Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, and FlixTrain connect Cologne to other major European cities, including Munich, Paris, and Vienna. You can also catch a bus from Cologne on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni, or Columbuzz. Plus, the Cologne Bonn Airport is a large, well-outfitted airport with daily international flights for travelers coming from afar.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Düsseldorf?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Düsseldorf Central Station
Düsseldorf Central Station (Düsseldorf HBF) is the main transport hub for, you guessed it, Düsseldorf. The station operates both long-distance and intercity services by ICE and Deutsche Bahn, to destinations such as Paris, Zurich, Vienna, and Munich. The station has extensive facilities, including waiting areas, vending machines, restrooms, shops and cafes, and even a grocery store, bakery, and Starbucks. The station is less than a five-minute walk from the city center, which is home to many hotels and shops, and the main bus station is also directly in front of the train station for connections within the city.
All train stations in Düsseldorf:
Düsseldorf Central Station
Düsseldorf-Eller
Düsseldorf Flughafen
Angermund
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
Düsseldorf-Gerresheim
Düsseldorf-Unterrath
Düsseldorf-Reisholz
Düsseldorf-Derendorf
Düsseldorf-Eller Mitte
Düsseldorf-Eller Süd
Düsseldorf-Benrath
Düsseldorf-Hamm
Düsseldorf-Bilk
Düsseldorf Volksgarten
Where is the train station in Cologne?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Central Station
Cologne Central Station is, unsurprisingly, the central station and main transport hub of Cologne. Multiple nationwide and regional trains stop here and connect to other routes. Thalys and Deutsche Bahn ICE provide service to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and many more. Inside the station, you can kill some time perusing souvenir shops and grab a meal at one of the restaurants- or skip straight to desert at one of the multiple bakeries available. There's even a shop for clothes and a bank in the building. Once outside, you'll be in the center of Cologne, so there are plenty of attractions and restaurants nearby.
Train stations in Cologne:
Central Station
Cologne Central Station
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