Trains tickets from Cologne to Düsseldorf

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Today25 Apr
from US$5
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$5
Sun27 Apr
from US$5
Mon28 Apr
from US$4
Tue29 Apr
Wed30 Apr
Thu1 May
Fri2 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Cologne to Düsseldorf: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$29
Average train trip duration23m
Number of daily trains15
Earliest train departure00:03
Distance21 miles
Latest train departure20:25

Cologne to Düsseldorf Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Düsseldorf

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

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

    A train trip between Cologne and Düsseldorf is around 23m, although the fastest train will take about 11m. This is the time it takes to travel the 22 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Cologne to Düsseldorf can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Düsseldorf 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 Cologne to Düsseldorf?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
23/04
US$6
24/04
US$6
Today
US$5
26/04
US$5
27/04
US$5
28/04
US$4
29/04
US$4
30/04
US$7
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Düsseldorf was searched and found on 28 Apr 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 Cologne to Düsseldorf as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$7 for a train ticket from Cologne to Düsseldorf based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4, which is on 2025-04-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Cologne to Düsseldorf is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Düsseldorf you take, 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 Cologne and Düsseldorf, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Cologne to Düsseldorf while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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.

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