Duisburg to Augsburg by train

Duisburg to Augsburg by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Duisburg to Augsburg? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 451 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Duisburg and Augsburg

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is CA$452.40, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

• Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

• Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

• Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

• Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

• Are an even greener travel option than high speed

• Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel from Duisburg to Augsburg

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:27 and the last departure is 23:15. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:03 and the last train leaves at 23:15. On average, a total of 30 trains make this journey each day.

Duisburg to Augsburg distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 451 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 4 hours and 12 minutes.

How far in advance Duisburg and Augsburg tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Duisburg and Augsburg are available 6 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your trip to Augsburg

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Augsburg.