1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£76
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 15 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Recklinghausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Recklinghausen will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Berlin to Recklinghausen, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 436 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Recklinghausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £112.
Distance: 436 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Recklinghausen:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Recklinghausen costing on average £48.
A coach is £88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Recklinghausen costing on average £112.
Other travel options to Recklinghausen take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 6m.
Coach takes on average 5h 55m.
The journey is about 1h 32m faster (4h 6m by train vs 5h 38m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£48 vs £69). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Recklinghausen trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 Berlin | 4h49 | 10:49 Recklinghausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:00 Berlin | 4h04 | 11:04 Recklinghausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:16 Berlin | 4h33 | 11:49 Recklinghausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:05 Berlin | 3h59 | 12:04 Recklinghausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:12 Berlin | 3h52 | 12:04 Recklinghausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:55 Berlin | 7h51 | 16:46 Recklinghausen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Berlin to Recklinghausen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 436 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 436 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Recklinghausen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Recklinghausen trip today.
Major art museum with strong collections from medieval works to modern art. A key cultural stop in Recklinghausen’s centre.
Museum focused on Eastern Christian icons, with sacred art from different regions. It offers a distinctive collection rarely seen elsewhere.
Local history museum in a historic setting, presenting the city’s past through objects, documents, and changing displays.
The historic market square, lined with notable buildings and often lively with events. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre.
Large public park with paths, trees, and open lawns. Ideal for a relaxed walk, especially if you want a break from the city centre.
Green recreational area around former mining land, now used for walking and outdoor leisure. It combines local industrial heritage with open space.
A hearty potato stew from Westphalia, usually with vegetables and smoked sausage. It is a classic comfort dish across the Ruhr and Münsterland.
Westphalian cured ham, lightly smoked and air-dried. It is one of the region’s best-known specialities, often served with dark bread or asparagus.
A rustic rye loaf from Westphalia with a dense crumb and mild sweetness. It is traditional in the region and often eaten with ham, cheese, or butter.
Established dining venue known for refined seasonal cooking and an elegant atmosphere suited to a longer evening meal.
Popular casual spot for regional German fare and grilled dishes, with generous portions and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving hearty German and Westphalian dishes with house beer in a lively historic-style setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels are often cheaper than in major cities, while dining and local transport are fairly standard for the Ruhr area.
Round up in cafés and taxis, and tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Hand the tip directly when paying rather than leaving it on the table.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Recklinghausen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Recklinghausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Recklinghausen trains use the Berlin Hbf to Recklinghausen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Recklinghausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Recklinghausen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: San Remo, Drübbelken, Cafe Extrablatt (noch geschlossen), Topkapi
Wi-Fi is available at Recklinghausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Recklinghausen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Recklinghausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Recklinghausen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Recklinghausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Recklinghausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Recklinghausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Recklinghausen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Albers, Parkhotel Engelsburg, Hotel Garni, Holiday Inn Express.
Recklinghausen Süd is 5 km from Recklinghausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Recklinghausen Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zeus Grill, Saloniki Grill, Pizzeria Avanti, Lychi
Wi-Fi is available at Recklinghausen Süd. ATMs are available at Recklinghausen Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Recklinghausen Süd. Information desks are available at Recklinghausen Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Recklinghausen Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Recklinghausen Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Recklinghausen Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Recklinghausen Süd.
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