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Frankfurt am Main - Castrop-Rauxel Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 27 daily trains from Frankfurt am Main to Castrop-Rauxel. Traveling by train from Frankfurt am Main to Castrop-Rauxel usually takes around 3 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 48 minutes.

Distance117 mi (188 km)
Fastest train2h 48m
Lowest price£32.02
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Frankfurt am Main to Castrop-Rauxel?

2 train services operate from Frankfurt am Main to Castrop-Rauxel. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 25 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn253h 51m£65.29
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company43h 15m£84.69
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Castrop-Rauxel start from £81, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Castrop-Rauxel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Frankfurt am Main leaves from Central Train Station . And in Castrop-Rauxel trains arrive at Castrop-Rauxel Süd and one other train station.

    From Frankfurt am Main to Castrop-Rauxel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to Castrop-Rauxel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 48 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Castrop-Rauxel is approximately 117 miles, or 188 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 50 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 48 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Castrop-Rauxel are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Frankfurt am Main at 03:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 27 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 Castrop-Rauxel to Frankfurt am Main.

City Information

Frankfurt am Main

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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.

Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the centre of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.

Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighbourhood near the city's train station.

The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on coach carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Frankfurt am Main?

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Main departure station: Central Train Station

Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (Frankfurt Central Station) is a major transport hub in the city and the busiest station in the state of Hessen. It features the original 1888 Neo-Renaissance design and some newer neoclassical architecture, making it a unique and visually pleasing station. It's often referred to as the most important station in Germany due to its central location and large economic district. Trains here run internationally to stations in Zurich, Vienna, and Budapest in addition to cities across Germany such as Hamburg, Berlin, and Munich. The station has plenty of amenities, including luggage lockers, toilets and multiple bakeries, a bookshop and newsstand, a supermarket, and other shops.

All train stations in Frankfurt am Main:

  • Central Train Station

  • Central Train Station

Where is the train station in Castrop-Rauxel?

Main arrival station: Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde

Castrop-Rauxel receives travelers from Frankfurt am Main at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Castrop-Rauxel:

  • Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde

  • Castrop-Rauxel Süd

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