Train from Cologne to Recklinghausen: Tickets & Schedules

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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Get from Cologne to Recklinghausen

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 12 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
1h 12mAverage Duration
48 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Recklinghausen by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Recklinghausen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Recklinghausen start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Recklinghausen?

    The average train ride duration from Cologne to Recklinghausen is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators service the Cologne to Recklinghausen route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Recklinghausen?

    The earliest train departs from Cologne to Recklinghausen at 7:40am. And the latest train departs at 6:58pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Cologne to Recklinghausen?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Recklinghausen?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Recklinghausen?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Recklinghausen?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$22
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Recklinghausen was searched and found on Mar 7, 2026 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Recklinghausen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $65 for a train ticket from Cologne to Recklinghausen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2026-03-07.

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