The Dusseldorf airport is an international airport around 7 km north of the Dusseldorf city center. The Dusseldorf airport taxis and public shuttle services are the most suitable option of travel to the city center of Dusseldorf and around. The airport taxis depart from the airport parking lots of the main terminal and drop you off to the location of your choice at budget-friendly rates, according to the car you have chosen.
Dusseldorf airport is very easy to reach through public shuttle services. There are two railway stations at the airport to accommodate more than 350 urban and intercity express trains. These trains stop at the airport station’s underground parking, and the passengers then take the airport’s SkyTrain to reach the terminals within 5-7 minutes.
Similarly, Dusseldorf airport also accommodates public bus shuttle services. There are about eight scheduled buses that pick-up passengers from different major points of Brussels and provide their services to the airport. These bus shuttle services drop the passengers off right in front of the terminal’s main arrival halls. Both these means of public transport are very easy on the traveler’s pocket.
The Dusseldorf airport provides its official taxi service as well. They are the most reliable source of travel as security, and the airport ensures safety. The airport constantly upgrades its taxi system and keeps their cars well maintained with an efficient navigation system and child booster seats. Hence, renting a taxi service through the airport can be a safe and comfortable journey, with VIP services on demand.
These airport facilities are only under specially designated taxis with the airport’s license and are easily identifiable through the Airport’s Taxi Sticker. All other vehicles and taxis without the airport taxi stickers are not under the airport’s official taxi program. The airport taxis are available outside the main airport terminals. Taxis can be booked on spot and online before the arrival.
The airport management system recommends pre-booking of taxis to ensure a smooth trip for the passengers. Payment is secured and easily made via credit cards or on your airport account. On average, these official taxis charge €30 to get to the Dusseldorf city center. The cost of taxis decreases with time travel. However, a flat rate of €20 is applied regardless.
For passengers looking for a very budget-friendly and cost-efficient ride to their destinations of choice, must use the service of car sharing. In car sharing, several passengers pitch in a ride together and share the costs. However, this may increase the travel time from the airport to your desired destination.
The Dusseldorf airport offers this service through the company “Car2Go” and surcharges €5.60. A car of your choice can be rented and shared. Options range from a regular sedan up to a luxurious Mercedes. Hence, providing more choice to the passengers to choose from.