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Trip Summary
There are usually 94 daily train trips available from Purmerend to Castrop-Rauxel. Traveling by train from Purmerend to Castrop-Rauxel usually takes 5 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 120 mi (193 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 28m |
| Lowest price | $23.28 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Purmerend to Castrop-Rauxel?
2 train services operate from Purmerend to Castrop-Rauxel. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 56 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 56 | 5h 26m | $54.76 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 38 | 4h 59m | $54.42 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Purmerend to Castrop-Rauxel start from $23, and on average cost . Daily there are 38 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Castrop-Rauxel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Purmerend leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Castrop-Rauxel trains arrive at Castrop-Rauxel Hbf and 2 other train stations.
From Purmerend to Castrop-Rauxel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 59 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 4 hours and 28 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 38 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Castrop-Rauxel.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Purmerend and Castrop-Rauxel is approximately 120 miles, or 193 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 15 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 28 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 from Purmerend to Castrop-Rauxel are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Purmerend at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 94 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 Purmerend.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Purmerend?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Purmerend where you can board the train to Castrop-Rauxel.
All train stations in Purmerend:
Train Station
Purmerend Weidevenne
Where is the train station in Castrop-Rauxel?
Main arrival station: Castrop-Rauxel Süd
There are more train stations and stops in Castrop-Rauxel than most cities. Most trains from Purmerend will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Castrop-Rauxel:
All train stations in Castrop-Rauxel:
Castrop-Rauxel Süd
Train Station
Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde
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