Duisburg to Krefeld distance
The distance from Duisburg (Germany) to Krefeld (Germany) is 28 km by road, with a driving time of about 27 min. The straight-line distance is 18 km (11 miles); Krefeld lies to the SW of Duisburg.
Reverse direction: Krefeld to Duisburg distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 18 km | 31 min |
| Car (road) | 28 km | 27 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Duisburg to Krefeld would cost roughly 64–82 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 28 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Duisburg
Duisburg is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 26′ 3.87″ N, 6° 45′ 44.39″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.43 |
| Longitude | 6.76 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 502,270 |
Krefeld
Krefeld is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 20′ 4.31″ N, 6° 33′ 55.47″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.33 |
| Longitude | 6.57 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 231,406 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Duisburg and Krefeld is at 51.38° N, 6.66° E.
The nearest town is Moers, Kreis Wesel, Nordrhein-Westfalen — about 9 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Duisburg from Krefeld?
By car it is 28 km, with a driving time of about 27 min. The straight-line distance between Duisburg and Krefeld is 18 kilometres (11 miles or 10 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Duisburg to Krefeld?
The driving distance is 28 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 27 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Krefeld from Duisburg?
Krefeld lies to the SW (231°) as seen from Duisburg.
How long is a flight from Duisburg to Krefeld?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 31 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Duisburg to Krefeld cost?
Over 28 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Duisburg to Krefeld would cost roughly 64–82 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Duisburg
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Duisburg → Mülheim | 15 km |
| Duisburg → Oberhausen | 17 km |
| Duisburg → Bottrop | 23 km |
| Duisburg → Essen | 25 km |
| Duisburg → Düsseldorf | 28 km |
| Duisburg → Gelsenkirchen | 32 km |
| Duisburg → Neuss | 34 km |
| Duisburg → Bochum | 38 km |
Distances from Krefeld
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Krefeld → Mönchengladbach | 21 km |
| Krefeld → Neuss | 24 km |
| Krefeld → Düsseldorf | 28 km |
| Krefeld → Mülheim | 38 km |
| Krefeld → Kevelaer | 39 km |
| Krefeld → Essen | 40 km |
| Krefeld → Oberhausen | 43 km |
| Krefeld → Bottrop | 53 km |