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Trip Overview

The average train between Recklinghausen and Basel takes 5h 22m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Recklinghausen to Basel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 22m
Duration
590 km
Distance
CHF 104
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Recklinghausen to Basel train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Recklinghausen and Basel. The earliest departure is at 2:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Recklinghausen is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Basel at 12:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 19m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7h 41m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5h 16m • 1 change
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  • Distance: 590.5 km
  • Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Recklinghausen, Germany and Basel, Switzerland?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Basel Bad Bf every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 85–180 and the journey takes 4h 36m.

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