How to travel from Trier to Dusseldorf, Germany

The distance between Trier and Dusseldorf is around 203km (126 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 60m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Trier to Dusseldorf by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and then to Duesseldorf Hbf.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €40($40)
Operated by

Süwex

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Bus

Take the bus to D-Worringer PlatzW57.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departs4 times a week
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Düsseldorf.

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Distance203km (126 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Trier and Dusseldorf

There are several options for getting from Trier to Dusseldorf by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €27 ($27).

The distance between Trier and Dusseldorf is around 203km (126 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 163km (101 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Trier and Dusseldorf by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Trier to Dusseldorf is to drive which takes around 1h 60m and will set you back approx €27 ($27).

The cheapest way to travel between Trier and Dusseldorf, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Trier and Dusseldorf. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Trier and Dusseldorf with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 3hrs.

Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Regional, Luxembourg Railways (CFL), Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity, National Express, Swiss Railways, Austrian Railways (ÖBB), Deutsche Bahn Eurocity, ÖBB Intercity and FlixTrain run train services between Trier and Dusseldorf. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Trier and Dusseldorf. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Trier and Dusseldorf with no changeovers required. The bus runs 4 times a week and takes 4hrs.

FlixBus-de run regular bus services between Trier and Dusseldorf. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 4hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Trier to Dusseldorf. We recommend that you take the train to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and then to Duesseldorf Hbf. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Dusseldorf is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) (DUS) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Dusseldorf. Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) (CGN) and Dortmund Airport (DTM) (DTM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Trier and Dusseldorf. The distance is around 203km (126 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Trier to Dusseldorf is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around €40 ($40).

How do I get from Trier to Dusseldorf

Compare travel optionsbetween Trier and Dusseldorf

Transport options from Trier to Dusseldorf
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 2 similar
2h 45m
€40($40)
every 3 hours240km (149 miles)
Train to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-123hrs
€26($26)
once daily238km (148 miles)
Train to Duesseldorf Hbf3hrs
€4($4)
once daily240km (149 miles)
Bus
4hrs
4 times a week242km (150 miles)
Drive
1h 60m
€27($27)
on demand203km (126 miles)

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Airports near Dusseldorf

The following major airports near Dusseldorf offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Germany and internationally.

DUS
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS)
International Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Dusseldorf
CGN
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
International Airport
Distance
46km (28 miles) from Dusseldorf
DTM
Dortmund Airport (DTM)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Dusseldorf