Münster to Recklinghausen by train

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Overview: trains from Münster to Recklinghausen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Münster to Recklinghausen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:07 View journey
Last train 23:10 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 26m View journey
Distance (km) 48
Trains / day 70 View all
Cheapest journey CA$21.45 View journey
Avg journey time 44m
Train operators 14

Taking the train from Münster to Recklinghausen

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Train cost between Münster and Recklinghausen

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: CA$21.45

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

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Münster to Recklinghausen train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Münster to Recklinghausen is at 00:07 and the last is at 23:10. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 00:07 and the last one is at 23:09. You can expect 70 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 10 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Münster and Recklinghausen

The route’s fastest journey takes 26 minutes, covering a total of 48 kilometres.

When are tickets between Münster and Recklinghausen available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Münster and Recklinghausen can be purchased 11 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Recklinghausen

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Recklinghausen.

FAQs about the train journey from Münster to Recklinghausen

Want to know more about your journey from Münster to Recklinghausen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Münster to Recklinghausen is 48 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.