Fastest way from Düsseldorf to Berlin: Flight, about 1h 10min – 1h 31min (from €93). Cheapest: Train, from €11 (about 6h 16min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 10, 2026): Eurowings, FlixBus, FlixTrain; main departure point: Duesseldorf Airport.
There are 3 ways to get from Düsseldorf to Berlin
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 10, 2026 for a departure on December 1, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | Train | Duesseldorf Central | €11 | 1 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Duesseldorf Bus Station | €24 | 8 |
| Eurowings | Flight | Duesseldorf Airport | €93 | 15 |
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Practical tips
Train fares move a lot with the date and how early you book. Check both bus and train for the exact day before choosing, so you do not overpay when the bus is almost as quick, or the opposite.
Düsseldorf has a main station, a bus station and an airport, and they are not the same place. Read your e-ticket carefully and note the exact stop name before leaving your accommodation.
A flight looks fastest, but add the trip to the airport, check-in, security and the transfer into central Berlin. Include your baggage fees too, which can make a budget fare less attractive than it first appears.
The lowest fares on bus, train and flight go first. Booking ahead gives you the best chance of a good price and the departure time you want, especially on weekends and holidays.
If you are heading on to Prague, Amsterdam or Warsaw, do not book a tight onward connection after arriving. Allow a comfortable buffer in case of delays, and check the last departures of the day.
The journey experience
Getting from Düsseldorf to Berlin is a long haul across Germany, and the right choice depends on what you value most: money, time or comfort. The comparison table on this page puts bus, train and flight side by side, so you can see at a glance which one suits your trip before you book anything.
The long-distance bus is usually the cheapest way to go and is a relaxed option if you are not in a hurry: you sit, charge your phone, and arrive in the centre of Berlin. The train is the classic choice, with comfortable seats, space for your backpack, a café on board and the freedom to walk around. The flight is the fastest on paper and can suit a tight schedule, but remember the extra time for getting to the airport, security and the transfer into the city at the other end.
Our advice: if the budget is what matters, compare the bus and the train for your exact date, because early-booked train fares can be very close to the bus. Always check the departure point on your e-ticket, as the central bus station, the main station and the airport are different places. Book online, keep your confirmation on your phone and you will travel with confidence.
Frequently asked questions — Düsseldorf → Berlin
It depends on your priority. The bus and the train are both good value for money, with fares starting from €24 and €11 respectively, while the flight is the fastest but usually the most expensive. For most budget travellers, the train or the bus is the sensible choice.
By train, the journey takes about 6 hours, and by bus about 8 to 9 hours. A flight takes between about 1 hour 10 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes. Remember to add the time to reach the airport and go through security.
Train tickets start from €11 and typically go up to €12. Bus tickets start from €24 and typically go up to €28. Flights start from €93 and typically go up to €362. Prices depend on the date and how early you book.
Based on the figures shown, the train is faster, taking about 6 to 8 hours against about 8 to 9 hours by bus, and its fares start lower, from €11 against €24. The train looks like the better choice, but compare both for your exact date before booking.
The departure point depends on the mode of transport: the main station for the train, a bus stop or station for the bus, and the airport for the flight. The exact stop and the arrival point are shown on your e-ticket, so check them before you travel.
Why visit Berlin?
- ✓ Walk through the Brandenburg Gate and see the Reichstag dome with its panoramic views of the city
- ✓ Explore the East Side Gallery, a 1.3 km stretch of the Berlin Wall covered in murals
- ✓ Spend a day on Museum Island, home to the Pergamon Museum and the Neues Museum
- ✓ Dance the night away in legendary techno clubs of Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg
- ✓ Taste a currywurst or a döner kebab in Kreuzberg and browse the Markthalle Neun street food nights
When to visit Berlin?
TEMPERATE OCEANIC-CONTINENTAL CLIMATE
May to September — mild, sunny days and long evenings ideal for parks, beer gardens and terraces
What to do in Berlin?
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How long to visit Berlin?
Plan 3 to 4 days to cover Berlin properly: day one for Mitte (Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Museum Island), day two for the Wall history (East Side Gallery, Bernauer Strasse, Checkpoint Charlie), day three for neighborhoods like Kreuzberg, Neukölln and Prenzlauer Berg. With a fourth day, add Potsdam (Sanssouci) by S-Bahn. Book the Reichstag dome slot online several days ahead and get a multi-day transit pass.
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