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Trip Summary
179 trains operate daily from Darmstadt to Recklinghausen. The train trip from Darmstadt to Recklinghausen is usually about 4 hours and 7 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 136 mi (219 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 47m |
| Lowest price | $45.76 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Darmstadt to Recklinghausen?
2 train services operate from Darmstadt to Recklinghausen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 140 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 140 | 4h 5m | $86.27 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 50 | 4h 20m | $76.75 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Darmstadt to Recklinghausen start from $46, and on average cost . Daily there are 50 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Recklinghausen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Darmstadt leaves from Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese and 7 other stations. And in Recklinghausen trains arrive at Recklinghausen Süd and one other train station.
From Darmstadt to Recklinghausen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Recklinghausen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 47 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Darmstadt to Recklinghausen are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Darmstadt at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 179 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Recklinghausen to Darmstadt.
City Information
Darmstadt
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Image credit: Pixabay
Image credit: Pixabay
Darmstadt is a large city in the state of Hesse, near Frankfurt. It is known as Germany's City of Science due to the many scientific institutions and academies within the city's limits. A long list of notable landmarks makes Darmstadt a worthy destination to explore.
One of the most popular landmarks in the city is the ruins of Frankenstein Castle, which is said to have inspired the world-famous novel by Mary Shelley. Another is the St. Mary Magdalene Chapel, used by the Russian imperial family during their visit to the city. Finally, if you're a fan of quirky architecture, don't miss the art-nouveau museum Institut Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt or the Waldspirale, a colorful, spiraling residential building built in the 1990s.
To begin your Darmstadt adventure, catch a bus or train, both of which usually arrive at the Zweifalltorweg station. FlixBus and Sindbad connect Darmstadt to other cities by bus, and Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, and Railjet provide travel by train. From Darmstadt, some of the most popular destinations are Stuttgart, Munich, Cologne, and Rotterdam.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Darmstadt?
Main departure station: Darmstadt-Kranichstein
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 9 stops and stations in Darmstadt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Darmstadt:
Darmstadt-Kranichstein
Darmstadt Nord
Train Station
Darmstadt Ost
Darmstadt-Eberstadt
Darmstadt Süd
Darmstadt-Wixhausen
Darmstadt-Arheilgen
Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese
Where is the train station in Recklinghausen?
Main arrival station: Recklinghausen Süd
Recklinghausen receives travelers from Darmstadt at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Recklinghausen:
Recklinghausen Süd
Train Station
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