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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $540.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$104 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $583 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen costing on average $104 (€85).
A bus is $540 (€442) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen costing on average $583 (€477).
Other travel options to Recklinghausen take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 14m.
Flight takes on average 8h 8m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (3h 4m by train vs 3h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $104 (€85) compared to roughly $51 (€42) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen
Belgium
Germany
Trains from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Sint-Gillis and Recklinghausen from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
SNCB
FAQs: Trains from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Recklinghausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen
Most Sint-Gillis to Recklinghausen trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Recklinghausen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Recklinghausen Süd. Use this guide to compare Sint-Gillis and Recklinghausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Recklinghausen station do trains from Sint-Gillis arrive at?
Getting to Recklinghausen Hbf from Recklinghausen city centre
Recklinghausen Hbf train station facilities and services
Recklinghausen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: San Remo, Drübbelken, Cafe Extrablatt (noch geschlossen), Topkapi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Recklinghausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Recklinghausen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Recklinghausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Recklinghausen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Recklinghausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Recklinghausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Recklinghausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Recklinghausen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Albers, Parkhotel Engelsburg, Hotel Garni, Holiday Inn Express.
Getting to Recklinghausen Süd from Recklinghausen city centre
Recklinghausen Süd is 5 km from Recklinghausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Recklinghausen Süd train station facilities and services
Recklinghausen Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zeus Grill, Saloniki Grill, Pizzeria Avanti, Lychi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Recklinghausen Süd. ATMs are available at Recklinghausen Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Recklinghausen Süd. Information desks are available at Recklinghausen Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Recklinghausen Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Recklinghausen Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Recklinghausen Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Recklinghausen Süd.
Recklinghausen, Ludwig-Erhard-Allee (Hauptbahnhof Osteingang) train station facilities and services
Recklinghausen, Ludwig-Erhard-Allee (Hauptbahnhof Osteingang) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Recklinghausen, Ludwig-Erhard-Allee (Hauptbahnhof Osteingang).
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