The average train between Düsseldorf and Apolda takes 6h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Düsseldorf to Apolda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Düsseldorf and Apolda. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Düsseldorf is at 8:09 PM which arrives into Apolda at 11:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and take an average of 6h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 39m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Düsseldorf to Apolda? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Düsseldorf to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station and arriving at Erfurt Hbf station via Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.
Düsseldorf to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Düsseldorf to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.
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The distance between Düsseldorf and Apolda is 331.5 km. The road distance is 408 km.
You can take a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Apolda via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Frankfurt, and Erfurt Hbf in around 5h 9m.