The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Oberhausen on Tue, Aug 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:12 AM0h20Düsseldorf7:32 AMOberhausen€151One-way0 transfers
3:27 AM0h51Düsseldorf4:18 AMOberhausen€191One-way0 transfers
2:27 AM0h51Düsseldorf3:18 AMOberhausen€191One-way0 transfers
5:46 AM0h25Düsseldorf6:11 AMOberhausen€201One-way0 transfers
6:12 AM0h20Düsseldorf6:32 AMOberhausen€211One-way0 transfers
7:12 AM0h20Düsseldorf7:32 AMOberhausen€151One-way0 transfers
6:12 AM0h20Düsseldorf6:32 AMOberhausen€211One-way0 transfers
5:46 AM0h25Düsseldorf6:11 AMOberhausen€201One-way0 transfers
3:27 AM0h51Düsseldorf4:18 AMOberhausen€191One-way0 transfers
2:27 AM0h51Düsseldorf3:18 AMOberhausen€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf to Oberhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 30 km
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€18 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Oberhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Oberhausen trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:27 AM Düsseldorf | 0h51 | 3:18 AM Oberhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:27 AM Düsseldorf | 0h51 | 4:18 AM Oberhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:46 AM Düsseldorf | 0h25 | 6:11 AM Oberhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:12 AM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 6:32 AM Oberhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:12 AM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 7:32 AM Oberhausen | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Düsseldorf to Oberhausen by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen
Trains from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 19m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Train Charter Services, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Train Charter Services, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Oberhausen from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Train Charter Services
VIAS Rail GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oberhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Oberhausen
Most Düsseldorf to Oberhausen trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Oberhausen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Oberhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Oberhausen leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf-Bilk from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf-Bilk is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Bilk train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf-Bilk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zur Pfeffermühle, Pizzeria Da Gino, Rohbau, Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City, Günnewig Hotel Esplanade, Novum Hotel Flora, Hotel Niku.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Which Oberhausen station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Oberhausen Hbf from Oberhausen city centre
Oberhausen Hbf is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Oberhausen Hbf train station facilities and services
Oberhausen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizzarello, McDonald's, Subway, Lux
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Akzent, Garni, Hotel Residenz Oberhausen.
Getting to Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd from Oberhausen city centre
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd train station facilities and services
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizza Nizza, Mandarin China-Spezialitäten, Teatro, Franziskaner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Getting to Essen-Borbeck from Oberhausen city centre
Essen-Borbeck is 6 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Borbeck train station facilities and services
Essen-Borbeck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dubrovnik, Konditorei und Cafe Schneider, Eiscafe San Remo, Izmir Kebap Haus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Borbeck. ATMs are available at Essen-Borbeck.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Borbeck. Information desks are available at Essen-Borbeck.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Borbeck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen-Borbeck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen-Borbeck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Borbeck.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Schloss Borbeck, Hotel am Schlosspark.
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