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Trip Summary
60 trains operate daily from Recklinghausen to Rotterdam. The train trip from Recklinghausen to Rotterdam is usually about 4 hours and 1 minute long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 118 mi (190 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 23m |
| Lowest price | £38.18 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Recklinghausen to Rotterdam
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: £61 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: £38 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: £41 one-way
Which train should you take from Recklinghausen to Rotterdam?
There are 3 train lines with service from Recklinghausen to Rotterdam. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 57 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 5h 5m | £61.04 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 57 | 4h 0m | £43.34 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 5h 0m | £41.36 |
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 Recklinghausen to Rotterdam start from £41, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Rotterdam. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Recklinghausen leaves from Train Station . And in Rotterdam trains arrive at Rotterdam Zuid and 2 other train stations.
From Recklinghausen to Rotterdam train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 0 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rotterdam faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 23 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Recklinghausen and Rotterdam is approximately 118 miles, or 190 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 23 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Recklinghausen to Rotterdam. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Recklinghausen at 02:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 60 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 Rotterdam to Recklinghausen.
City Information
Rotterdam
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With origins as a small fishing village in the 13th century, Rotterdam is now the largest port in Europe. The city's unique architecture attracts visitors from all over the world, with its many angular and glass buildings standing out among much of Europe's old-world architectural style. Rotterdam is worth visiting on its own, or travel on an entire tour of 8 Dutch cities.
The exciting contemporary feel of Rotterdam extends into its art and design scene, home to many modern art galleries and Groos, a vast and eclectic concept store selling pieces by Rotterdam-based designers. For a more traditional art museum, visit the Museum van Boijmans Beuningen, one of Europe's finest art galleries displaying works by Van Gogh, Monet, and Magritte.
Rotterdam is also home to a growing food scene, and visitors can experience this in the impressive Markthal. With over 100 stalls and restaurants, the Markthal is the best place for visitors to sample authentic local cuisine.
Getting to Rotterdam is simple, whether by sea, air, rail, or road. Several airlines fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, and a convenient shuttle bus offers frequent transport to the city. Rotterdam's Centraal Station also provides international train services across Europe, and FlixBus offers convenient travel from various locations throughout the continent. In addition, you can take a ferry to Rotterdam from Hull in the UK and experience the city's famous port first-hand.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Recklinghausen?
Main departure station: Recklinghausen Süd
There are two stations in Recklinghausen where you can board the train to Rotterdam.
All train stations in Recklinghausen:
Recklinghausen Süd
Train Station
Where is the train station in Rotterdam?
Main arrival station: Rotterdam Noord
There are more train stations and stops in Rotterdam than most cities. Most trains from Recklinghausen will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Rotterdam:
Train stations in Rotterdam:
Rotterdam Noord
Rotterdam Alexander
Rotterdam Blaak
Rotterdam Zuid
Rotterdam Lombardijen
Centraal Station
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