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Trip Summary
64 trains operate daily from Castrop-Rauxel to Wetzlar. The train trip from Castrop-Rauxel to Wetzlar is usually about 4 hours and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 87 mi (139 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 20m |
| Lowest price | $30.48 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Castrop-Rauxel to Wetzlar
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: C$51 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: C$30 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: C$30 one-way
Which train should you take from Castrop-Rauxel to Wetzlar?
There are 3 train lines with service from Castrop-Rauxel to Wetzlar. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 58 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 3 | 4h 5m | $101.23 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 58 | 4h 21m | $59.51 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 19 | 4h 8m | $73.29 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Castrop-Rauxel to Wetzlar start from $30, and on average cost . Daily there are 19 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Wetzlar. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Castrop-Rauxel leaves from Train Station and 2 other stations. And in Wetzlar trains arrive at Dutenhofen(Wetzlar) and one other train station.
From Castrop-Rauxel to Wetzlar train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 8 minutes. If you are looking to get to Wetzlar faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Castrop-Rauxel and Wetzlar is approximately 87 miles, or 139 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 20 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.
Trains departing from Castrop-Rauxel to Wetzlar tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Castrop-Rauxel at 1:00am 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 Wetzlar to Castrop-Rauxel.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Castrop-Rauxel?
Main departure station: Train Station
Castrop-Rauxel has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Wetzlar.
All train stations in Castrop-Rauxel:
Train Station
Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde
Castrop-Rauxel Süd
Where is the train station in Wetzlar?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Wetzlar receives travelers from Castrop-Rauxel at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Wetzlar:
Train Station
Dutenhofen(Wetzlar)
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