The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen to Recklinghausen
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Recklinghausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Recklinghausen will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Of the 1 trains that leave Groningen for Recklinghausen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 184 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Groningen to Recklinghausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Recklinghausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 184 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£60 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Groningen to Recklinghausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Recklinghausen trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:48 Groningen | 4h01 | 11:49 Recklinghausen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Groningen to Recklinghausen
Trains from Groningen to Recklinghausen run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 184 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 02:55 |
Last train 21:08 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Groningen to Recklinghausen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Groningen and Recklinghausen from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Groningen to Recklinghausen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Groningen and Recklinghausen
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- 80 places, covered
- The station is a small regional station with two platforms and a simple layout.
- Bus: Line 3, Line 4
- Train: Arriva services to Groningen Central and Delfzijl
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Stationsweg.
- De Drie Gezusters
- Mr. Mofongo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- NH Groningen Hotel
- The Student Hotel Groningen
- City Hotel Groningen
- Located in the main hall
- 6500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: regional train platforms
- Hall 3: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: NS services to various destinations
- Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
- San Remo
- Drübbelken
- Cafe Extrablatt (noch geschlossen)
- Topkapi
- Hotel Albers
- Parkhotel Engelsburg
- Hotel Garni
- Holiday Inn Express
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