The average train between Munich and Recklinghausen takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Munich to Recklinghausen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Munich and Recklinghausen. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Munich is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Recklinghausen at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 36m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Munich to Recklinghausen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Munich to Recklinghausen. However, there are services departing from Munich station and arriving at Recklinghausen station via Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.
Munich to Recklinghausen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.
Munich to Recklinghausen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Munich to Recklinghausen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and MSM Partyzug.
The distance between Munich and Recklinghausen is 497.7 km. The road distance is 679 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €110–400 and the journey takes 5h 8m. MSM Partyzug also services this route once a week.