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Trip Summary
There are 64 daily trains from Castrop-Rauxel to Braine-l'Alleud. Traveling by train from Castrop-Rauxel to Braine-l'Alleud usually takes around 7 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 141 mi (227 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 0m |
| Lowest price | US$51.34 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Castrop-Rauxel to Braine-l'Alleud?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Castrop-Rauxel to Braine-l'Alleud. However, there are 64 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 64 | 6h 47m | US$72.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Castrop-Rauxel and Braine-l'Alleud is approximately 141 miles, or 227 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 35 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Castrop-Rauxel to Braine-l'Alleud on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Castrop-Rauxel at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 64 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 Braine-l'Alleud to Castrop-Rauxel.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Castrop-Rauxel?
Main departure station: Castrop-Rauxel Süd
Castrop-Rauxel has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Braine-l'Alleud.
All train stations in Castrop-Rauxel:
Castrop-Rauxel Süd
Train Station
Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde
Where is the train station in Braine-l'Alleud?
Main arrival station: Lillois
Braine-l'Alleud receives travelers from Castrop-Rauxel at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Braine-l'Alleud:
Lillois
Train Station
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