Hamburg to Recklinghausen by train

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Overview: trains from Hamburg to Recklinghausen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Hamburg 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 07:54 View journey
Last train 19:46 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 25m View journey
Distance (km) 286
Trains / day 8 View all
Cheapest journey US$53.50 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 42m
Train operators 4

Explore Hamburg to Recklinghausen by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Hamburg to Recklinghausen aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of a train ticket between Hamburg and Recklinghausen

The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$53.50. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Hamburg to Recklinghausen

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Hamburg to Recklinghausen:

  • 11:51 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 19:46 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 07:54 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 19:45 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 1 hour from Hamburg toward Recklinghausen.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 8 trains serving this route each day.

Hamburg to Recklinghausen distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 286 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 2 hours and 25 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Hamburg and Recklinghausen?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Hamburg and Recklinghausen 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your Hamburg to Recklinghausen travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Recklinghausen.

FAQs about the train journey from Hamburg to Recklinghausen

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

The train journey from Hamburg to Recklinghausen covers 286 kilometres in total.

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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.