[1] The tracks have been remotely controlled from the Emmerich computer based interlocking since June 2013.

[6] The previously responsible relay interlocking "Dif" (class SpDrS60) built in 1975 was abandoned at its opening.

In addition to its role as a stop for trains from Oberhausen to Emmerich am Rhein, the station also serves for interchange between trains and Duisburg trams (line 903) and is therefore also important for the neighbouring city of Duisburg.

There is no rail-based local transport in northern Duisburg except for trams since the main line runs via Oberhausen.

The section between Dinslaken and Emmerich went into operation on 20 October 1856, completing the line between Oberhausen and Arnhem.

This was almost completely destroyed in the Second World War along with the other facilities at the station on 23 March 1945.

The counter area, which is two storeys high, is marked by a limestone framed glass facade.