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This page covers general travel to and within Düsseldorf. For information on how to get to the stadium on matchday, visit our dedicated stadium travel page.
🌱 Sustainable travel
UEFA EURO 2024 aims to be the greenest of all time!
In Düsseldorf, sustainable travel is made easy with the city's extensive network of bike lanes and the availability of green spaces for walking, encouraging low-carbon journeys. Opt for the eco-friendly public transportation system, which includes the Rheinbahn's low-floor trams and buses designed to accommodate all passengers, to get around Düsseldorf in climate-friendly fashion.
Minimise your carbon impact by:
✅ Choosing train or long-distance bus travel options over flights
Travelling by train will be the most convenient option to get around. Thanks to our partner Deutsche Bahn, match ticket holders are entitled to discounted national and international train tickets.
✅ Using public transport to go between and within the Host Cities and avoid car travel
Düsseldorf ticket holders are entitled to a 36 Hour Travel Pass for the entire VRR (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Ruhr) network and the entire VRS (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Sieg) network at no additional cost! These two transport networks extend far beyond the borders of Düsseldorf and also include cities such as Cologne, Gelsenkirchen and Dortmund. This means you can easily explore the entire region by public transport.
🌍 Know before you go
Take the time to check you have all the relevant valid documents for travelling to Germany.
You can travel to Germany using your national ID card or passport. It’s also good to carry ID on you at all times, as you may need it to check in to your accommodation, or in the event of requiring assistance with your match ticket at the stadium.
You will need your passport and must go through border control. Your passport must meet both Schengen Area entry requirements:
✅Valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave the EU
✅ Issued within the last 10 years
Some fans may also require a visa to gain entry into Germany, for example supporters from Türkiye. Visit Germany’s Federal Foreign Office website to check the complete list and apply for a visa.
Key timings 💡
✈️ Düsseldorf Airport to Arena Düsseldorf ⚽
20 minutes by public transport
✈️ Düsseldorf Airport to Düsseldorf Central Station 🚉
10 minutes by public transport
🚉 Düsseldorf Central Station to Fan Zone Burgplatz 🎉
10 minutes by public transport
🚉 Düsseldorf Central Station to Arena Düsseldorf ⚽18 minutes by public transport
🎉 Fan Zone Burgplatz to Arena Düsseldorf ⚽
25 minutes by public transport
🎉 Fan Zone Schauspielhaus to Arena Düsseldorf ⚽
25 minutes by public transport
📺 Public Viewing Rheinufer to Arena Düsseldorf ⚽
25 minutes by public transportAll timings are approximate. Allow additional time when travelling during busy hours as journeys may take longer.
🚄 Getting to Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf is the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s most populous state with 18 million inhabitants. The Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region around Düsseldorf is one of the most populous in all of Europe. Düsseldorf Central Station is located on the busiest railway line in Germany, with more than 300 Deutsche Bahn trains stopping here every day.
Train travel in Germany
🌱 100% green energy
Did you know that since 2018, Deutsche Bahn customers travel using 100% renewable energy on long-distance ICE, IC and EC journeys within Germany?
Most of Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed and long-distance trains have Wi-Fi to keep you entertained and an onboard restaurant so you can fuel up before your match.
By choosing rail travel, you’re contributing to making EURO 2024 more sustainable. How to make your journeys a breeze:
1️⃣ Book early! The special DB fares are limited, so don’t miss out. On sale now.
2️⃣ Make a seat reservation for extra peace of mind.
3️⃣ You must purchase your train ticket before you board – you don’t want to risk a penalty fare.
4️⃣ Download the DB Navigator app to check for potential delays, platform numbers and more.
5️⃣ Trains will be busy during the tournament. Please be considerate of others so your fellow football fans can enjoy their journey too.
6️⃣ Children up to 5 years travel free of charge. Kids aged 6-14 travel free of charge when accompanied by a person aged 15 or above, but they must be indicated in the booking process.
📍 Location
Düsseldorf Central Station
📅 Open
14 June – 14 July
ℹ️ Help with DB services on site
The Welcome Desk is located left of the main entrance of Düsseldorf Central Station and serves as a central hub for fans seeking guidance on mobility topics, DB travel offers (e.g., DB Ticket EURO 2024) and general EURO 2024 information. It is staffed by Deutsche Bahn staff and EURO 2024 volunteers. In addition, volunteers will be present in the passageway to the railway tracks.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS), the third largest airport in Germany, is a central hub for international air traffic, connecting Düsseldorf to more than 200 destinations worldwide. From Düsseldorf city centre, the airport can be reached in just 10 minutes by public transport.
Düsseldorf has a modern long-distance bus station that offers connections to many European destinations and is strategically located next to the main station on Worringer Straße. It has a comfortable waiting area that offers all travellers a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
During EURO 2024, travelling to Düsseldorf by car is not recommended. Parking at the Arena is very limited and only available for pre-booked cars. On match day, traffic will increase significantly and your arrival time will be considerably longer. So leave your car and use the city’s public transport instead.
If you have no choice but to travel by car, consider using one of the city’s Park + Ride facilities. Up-to-date information on parking options and the capacities of Park + Ride locations can be found here.
🏙️ Getting around Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf’s city centre can be easily explored on foot. From the main train station, you can walk to the most famous attractions within a maximum of 25 minutes. The city also has a well-connected public transport system that is designed to allow you to reach all corners of the Rhine metropolis quickly and safely. Whether on foot or by tram, the state capital with its unique charm also invites you to explore away from the football field.
36 Hour Travel Pass
🌿Match ticket holders are entitled to a 36 Hour Travel Pass for the entire VRR (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Ruhr) network and the entire VRS (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Sieg) network at no additional cost. The pass is valid from 06:00 on matchday until 18:00 the following day.
Düsseldorf’s public transport network includes underground and suburban rail lines, trams and buses. This network is operated by the Rheinbahn, which ensures easy access to all parts of the city. It offers not only a cost-effective but often the fastest way to get around the city.
The fares depend on the number of zones crossed. Tickets can be purchased via the Rheinbahn app or the VRR app, on their websites, at ticket machines at stations or at staffed ticket counters in larger stations. It is important to note that most paper tickets must be validated before the journey begins.
For timetable information and travel planning please visit:
VRR timetable information
Rheinbahn route planner
Düsseldorf is characterised by its pedestrian friendliness. A quarter of all routes are covered by the locals on foot. So why not follow their example and do the same during your visit to EURO 2024? The footpaths are well maintained and clear signs make it easy to find your way around.
From the main railway station to the Fan Zones in the city centre, it is about 25 minutes on foot, which is about two kilometres. The distance from the city centre to the stadium takes about an hour on foot and extends over five kilometres.
Put on your bike helmet and discover Düsseldorf on two wheels: With short distances, many easily accessible sights and minimal inclines, the city is particularly bicycle-friendly.
Check out the city’s official bike guide
No bike with you? Here you can borrow one! (Link only in German)
Taxis are available throughout the city. There is a general charge of €4.50 per kilometre for a trip and an additional €2.20 per kilometre. Further information on taxi rides can be found on the homepage of the city of Düsseldorf. (Link only in German)
In Düsseldorf, the motto “Sharing is Caring” applies – especially when it comes to the wide range of electric mobility options. Whether e-scooters (Link only in German) or e-mopeds (Link only in German), you will find different providers at many central locations in the city.