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Trip Summary
51 trains operate daily from Recklinghausen to Jena. The train trip from Recklinghausen to Jena is usually about 6 hours and 43 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 19 minutes.
| Distance | 196 mi (315 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 19m |
| Lowest price | $36.27 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Recklinghausen to Jena
- DB Intercity tickets: C$73 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: C$36 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: C$66 one-way
Which train should you take from Recklinghausen to Jena?
There are 3 train lines with service from Recklinghausen to Jena. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 46 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 5h 34m | $72.70 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 46 | 6h 41m | $139.03 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 7h 37m | $100.40 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Recklinghausen to Jena start from $67, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Jena. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Recklinghausen leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Jena trains arrive at Jena West .
From Recklinghausen to Jena train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 37 minutes. If you are looking to get to Jena faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 19 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Recklinghausen and Jena is approximately 196 miles, or 315 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 19 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 Recklinghausen to Jena on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Recklinghausen 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 51 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 Jena to Recklinghausen.
City Information
Jena
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Jena is a German city famous for its rolling hills and a variety of wild orchids. One of the most iconic landmarks in the city is Stadtkirche Sankt Michael, or the Church of St. Michael. The church's magnificent Gothic architecture includes a tower that may have once seemed tall, but is now dwarfed by the neighboring JenTower skyscraper. The cylindrical JenTower has an observation deck and restaurant on the top floor where you can get the best views of Jena.
Jena has a wealth of quirky museums that are not your average art or history museums. For example, the Optical Museum exhibits a wide range of glasses, microscopes, and cameras from various points in optics history. Planetarium Jena often runs laser astronomy shows, and the Phyletic Museum hosts a small but rich collection of natural history exhibits. Of course, you can always simply stroll in the Botanischer Garten, one of the oldest botanical gardens in Germany.
The central hub of intercity bus transportation in the city is the Jena Paradies Bus Station, right in the city's center. Travel to Jena includes bus service on FlixBus, plus numerous train routes on the Deutsche Bahn network.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Recklinghausen?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Recklinghausen where you can board the train to Jena.
All train stations in Recklinghausen:
Train Station
Recklinghausen Süd
Where is the train station in Jena?
Main arrival station: Jena West
Jena receives travelers from Recklinghausen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Jena:
Jena West
Jena Paradies Bus Station
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