The cheapest and fastest trains from Recklinghausen to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Recklinghausen to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Recklinghausen to Amsterdam will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 5 trains that leave Recklinghausen for Amsterdam every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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, train and flight for Recklinghausen to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Recklinghausen to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £134.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£47 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £287 Average Price |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Recklinghausen to Amsterdam train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:09 Recklinghausen | 4h04 | 08:13 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:19 Recklinghausen | 3h45 | 09:04 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:09 Recklinghausen | 4h04 | 10:13 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:00 Recklinghausen | 2h29 | 09:29 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:09 Recklinghausen | 4h05 | 11:14 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Recklinghausen to Amsterdam
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Recklinghausen to Amsterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Recklinghausen and Amsterdam from £13. 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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
FAQs: Recklinghausen to Amsterdam train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Recklinghausen and Amsterdam
- 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
- Zeus Grill
- Saloniki Grill
- Pizzeria Avanti
- Lychi
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- Located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Orlyplein.
- Restaurant Helden
- Grand Café Hermes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk
- Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station
- MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, partially covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and local train platforms
- Hall 3: tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
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