Düsseldorf to Maastricht: Road Trip Guide & Distance

53.7 miles 86.5 km · straight line
69.9 miles estimated 112.5 km · driving distance
1h 24min estimated drive time
€12 - €15 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Düsseldorf from Maastricht?

The distance from Düsseldorf to Maastricht is 53.7 miles (86.5 km) as the crow flies. Maastricht is located WSW of Düsseldorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 69.9 miles, taking about 1h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Düsseldorf is in Germany, while Maastricht is in Netherlands.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Düsseldorf and Maastricht. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Düsseldorf to Maastricht

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 24min €12 - €15 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 41min $6–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Düsseldorf & Maastricht

Quick Facts

Düsseldorf
51.23°N, 6.77°E
Europe/Berlin
38m elevation
Maastricht
50.85°N, 5.69°E
Europe/Amsterdam
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 463.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients