The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Recklinghausen
Cheapest price
€147
Average price
€148
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
757 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Recklinghausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Recklinghausen will cost around €148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €147.
Of the 2 trains that leave Vienna for Recklinghausen on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 757 km distance in an average of 9 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 9 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Recklinghausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Recklinghausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a train costs an average of €70.
Distance: 757 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€117 Average price | €98 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 57m Average total duration 19h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vienna to Recklinghausen train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:13 AM Vienna | 9h25 | 6:38 PM Recklinghausen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:13 AM Vienna | 9h25 | 8:38 PM Recklinghausen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Vienna | 14h25 | 5:38 AM Recklinghausen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Vienna | 15h25 | 8:38 AM Recklinghausen | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 4:28 AM Vienna | 9h51 | 2:19 PM Recklinghausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Recklinghausen
Distance 757 km |
Average train duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €70 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 9h 25m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn from Vienna to Recklinghausen trainsÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Vienna and Recklinghausen from €39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB Nightjet
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Vienna to Recklinghausen

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to Recklinghausen
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
- San Remo
- Drübbelken
- Cafe Extrablatt (noch geschlossen)
- Topkapi
- Hotel Albers
- Parkhotel Engelsburg
- Hotel Garni
- Holiday Inn Express
- Zeus Grill
- Saloniki Grill
- Pizzeria Avanti
- Lychi
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