Cost to drive from Cologne to Düsseldorf
Driving from Cologne to Düsseldorf covers 40 km (25 miles) and takes about 36min without stops. At Germany's current fuel prices (week of 2026-07-20), the fuel for the trip costs about €6.14 in a typical petrol car — here's the full breakdown for petrol, diesel and electric.
| Location | Petrol/L | Diesel/L |
|---|---|---|
| Cologne | €2.19 | €2.16 |
| Düsseldorf | €2.19 | €2.16 |
Enter your fuel economy and see stops along the way.
How this cost is calculated
We take the real driving distance between Cologne and Düsseldorf (40 km) from OpenStreetMap routing, then multiply by a typical car's fuel use and Germany's current average pump price. The petrol figure assumes 7 L/100km · 34 MPG; diesel and EV use 6 L/100km · 39 MPG and 18 kWh/100km. Your real cost depends on your car, traffic, driving style and the stations you pick — use the planner for your exact numbers, and check live prices on the Germany fuel prices page.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to drive from Cologne to Düsseldorf?
The drive is 40 km (25 miles) and takes about 36min without stops. Fuel costs roughly €6.14 in an average petrol car, €5.18 in a diesel, and €2.52 in an electric car, using Germany's current fuel prices.
How far is it from Cologne to Düsseldorf in miles and km?
About 25 miles or 40 kilometres by road — roughly 36min of driving.
Is it cheaper to fill up in Cologne or Düsseldorf?
Both ends use the same regional prices on this route.
How do I get the exact cost for my car?
Open the FuelWide route planner, enter your car's fuel economy, and it prices the trip on live data — and shows fuel or charging stops along the way.
Driving distance via OSRM / OpenStreetMap. Fuel prices are Germany's current official averages; efficiency and electricity rate are typical estimates. Your figure will vary — use the planner for an exact result.