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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Essen to Recklinghausen. The train trip from Essen to Recklinghausen is usually about 23 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can get you there in as little as 21 minutes.
| Distance | 14 mi (22 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 21m |
| Lowest price | €15.31 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | DB Intercity-Express |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Recklinghausen?
DB Intercity-Express is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Recklinghausen. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 0h 23m | €15.31 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Essen to Recklinghausen are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Essen at 15:00 and arrives in Recklinghausen within the hour.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Recklinghausen with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Recklinghausen to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Image credit: wwwuppertal
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Train Station
Essen Hauptbahnhof is the central railway station in Essen in Western Germany. The station has been rebuilt numerous times due to damage from the Second World War and other structural issues, and now over 400 trains serve the station daily. In addition, long-distance Deutsche Bahn ICE trains run regularly to destinations including Berlin, Cologne, Stuttgart, and Vienna. Regional trains travel cities such as Aachen, Dusseldorf, Wuppertal, and Munster. Inside the station are a variety of shops, restaurants and bakeries, banks, a pharmacy, ticket offices, and information desks. The station is in the centre of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
All train stations in Essen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Recklinghausen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Recklinghausen has one train station.
Train stations in Recklinghausen:
Train Station
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