Travelling from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh by train

Want to know how to get from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh take around 10 hours and 28 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 843 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Düsseldorf is scheduled to depart at around 04:47. The last departure is usually at around 22:21. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Düsseldorf at around 05:40, with the last train leaving at around 22:21. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$553.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Edinburgh, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Edinburgh.

Is there a direct train from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh?

The journey between Düsseldorf and Edinburgh usually involves 25 changes of train.

We usually find around 25 departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh?

The Düsseldorf to Edinburgh train travel takes about 10 hours and 28 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Düsseldorf to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Düsseldorf at around 04:47 and the last train leaving at around 22:21. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Düsseldorf at around 05:40, with the final departure at 22:21.