Cities Near Duisburg
Cities near Duisburg, Germany: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Bottrop, Ratingen, Krefeld. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Duisburg, Germany is Bottrop, about 9 mi (15 km) away — roughly 32 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottrop | 9 mi / 15 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ratingen | 10 mi / 16 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Krefeld | 11 mi / 18 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Meerbusch | 13 mi / 21 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Velbert | 14 mi / 22 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Wesel | 17 mi / 28 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Dorsten | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hattingen | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hilden | 20 mi / 32 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Herten | 20 mi / 32 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Duisburg
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Bottrop, Ratingen, Krefeld, Meerbusch, Velbert. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Duisburg include Bottrop, Ratingen, Krefeld, Meerbusch, Velbert. The closest is Bottrop, about 9 miles (15 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.