How to Get from Cologne to Düsseldorf
Cologne to Düsseldorf is 35 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 20m by train. The trip takes 45m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Cologne to Düsseldorf by price and travel time (route calculated on 10 November 2026).
- 40 train departures a day with National Express
- First train at 04:00, last at 08:41
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Cologne to Düsseldorf. The most useful door-to-door route takes 45m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 35 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
35 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €3Omio catalogue, Nov 10 | 20mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €5Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 45mdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€3Omio catalogue, Nov 1020m · directSee Train details
- Bus€5Our estimate, not a fare we saw45m · directSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Cologne to Düsseldorf: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Cologne → Düsseldorfbus
FlixBus·45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Cologne to Düsseldorf
FlixBus publishes departures from 02:05 to 23:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 02:05 | 23:35 |
| National Expresstrain | 40 | 04:00 | 08:41 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 4 | 06:40 | 19:00 |
| Deutsche Bahntrain | · | · | · |
| DB REtrain | · | · | · |
All departures FlixBus
- 02:05
- 02:40
- 03:05
- 03:10
- 03:30
- 03:40
- 03:45
- 04:00
- 04:10
- 04:30
- 04:55
- 05:00
- 05:10
- 05:30
- 05:35
- 05:55
- 06:14
- 06:15
- 06:30
- 06:35
- 06:38
- 06:44
- 07:01
- 07:14
- 07:15
- 07:25
- 07:35
- 07:44
- 08:00
- 08:01
- 08:35
- 08:36
- 08:50
- 09:00
- 09:01
- 09:25
- 09:50
- 09:55
- 10:01
- 10:14
- 10:45
- 10:50
- 10:55
- 11:14
- 11:15
- 11:37
- 11:45
- 12:05
- 12:27
- 12:39
- 13:00
- 13:01
- 13:05
- 13:15
- 13:34
- 13:35
- 13:45
- 14:00
- 14:01
- 14:12
- 14:14
- 14:15
- 14:27
- 14:39
- 14:40
- 14:45
- 15:01
- 15:14
- 15:15
- 15:30
- 15:35
- 15:45
- 15:55
- 16:01
- 16:25
- 16:27
- 16:30
- 16:39
- 16:45
- 16:55
- 17:25
- 17:30
- 17:40
- 17:45
- 17:50
- 18:30
- 18:40
- 18:50
- 19:30
- 19:40
- 19:50
- 20:10
- 20:40
- 21:10
- 21:20
- 21:35
- 21:40
- 22:20
- 22:35
- 23:35
All departures National Express
- 04:00
- 04:25
- 04:54
- 05:07
- 05:11
- 05:14
- 05:26
- 05:31
- 05:34
- 05:41
- 05:49
- 05:54
- 06:07
- 06:14
- 06:25
- 06:31
- 06:34
- 06:41
- 06:49
- 06:54
- 07:07
- 07:11
- 07:14
- 07:17
- 07:26
- 07:31
- 07:33
- 07:34
- 07:41
- 07:46
- 07:49
- 07:54
- 08:07
- 08:14
- 08:17
- 08:25
- 08:31
- 08:32
- 08:34
- 08:41
All departures BlaBlaCar Bus
- 06:40
- 07:40
- 18:00
- 19:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Nov 10.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
How the Trip from Cologne to Düsseldorf Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 10 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Cologne to Düsseldorf, about 45 min. In total it's roughly €5 over 45 min, direct, no transfers.
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Cologne to Düsseldorf: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Cologne to Düsseldorf?
Routavio's route check on 10 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 45m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Cologne to Düsseldorf?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 02:05 and the last at 23:35, from Cologne Airport CGN, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Cologne to Düsseldorf leave from?
Cologne Airport CGN with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
When is the first train from Cologne to Düsseldorf?
The first train with National Express leaves at 04:00 and the last at 08:41, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Cologne to Düsseldorf?
Routavio's timetable check shows 40 train departures a day with National Express, between 04:00 and 08:41.
How far is Düsseldorf from Cologne?
About 35 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Cologne to Düsseldorf cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €5. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Cologne to Düsseldorf?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
Can you get from Cologne to Düsseldorf without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 10m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Düsseldorf?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn
Route calculated: 10 Nov 2026