How to travel from Recklinghausen to Berlin

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Recklinghausen to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Recklinghausen to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei223 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei223, while a flight costs an average of lei2673.

Distance: 270 miles (436 km)

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Driving

lei2673

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lei223

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lei709

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lei430

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4h 12m

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2h 12m

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7h 18m

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6h 48m

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30m

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4h 53m

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4h 23m

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5h 50m

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Recklinghausen to Berlin is a bus with an average price of lei185.

This is compared to other travel options from Recklinghausen to Berlin:

A bus is lei341 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Recklinghausen to Berlin costing on average lei527.

A bus is lei2488 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Recklinghausen to Berlin costing on average lei2673.

The fastest way to travel from Recklinghausen to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 41m.

Bus takes on average 6h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Recklinghausen and Berlin including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Recklinghausen to Berlin among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 39m sooner (4h 11m by train vs 5h 50m by car). Tickets start at around lei527 compared to roughly lei430 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.

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from Recklinghausen to Berlin

How to get from Recklinghausen to Berlin by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Recklinghausen to Berlin is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:05 PM6h45
    Gelsenkirchen, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB
    5:50 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    lei1681One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:05 PM6h45
    Gelsenkirchen, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB
    5:50 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    lei1681One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW8051
    8:00 AM1h10
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    9:10 AMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    lei4641One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn16218 · ICE 1545
    8:28 AM4h03
    Recklinghausen Hbf
    12:31 PMBerlin Spandau
    lei2631One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2007 · ICE 545
    8:59 AM4h11
    Recklinghausen Hbf
    1:10 PMBerlin Hbf
    lei2921One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1036 · 17415 · ICE 847
    9:56 AM4h16
    Recklinghausen Hbf
    2:12 PMBerlin Hbf
    lei3591One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:05 PM7h05
    Gelsenkirchen, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB
    6:10 AMBerlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    lei1681One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4111+LufthansaLH1952
    3:30 PM3h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    7:05 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    lei14861One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2031 · LH1934
    6:20 AM3h45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:05 AMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    lei14861One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH73 · LH186
    10:10 AM3h45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:55 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    lei18641One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Recklinghausen to Berlin

Travel to Berlin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Recklinghausen to Berlin.

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There are 3 options to travel between Recklinghausen and Berlin including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Recklinghausen to Berlin is a bus with an average price of lei223.

This is compared to other travel options from Recklinghausen to Berlin:

A bus is lei486 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Recklinghausen to Berlin costing on average lei709.

A bus is lei2449 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Recklinghausen to Berlin costing on average lei2673.

The fastest way to travel from Recklinghausen to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 53m.

Bus takes on average 7h 18m.

The distance from Recklinghausen to Berlin is approximately 270 miles (436 km).
The average frequency per day from Recklinghausen to Berlin is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Recklinghausen and Berlin as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Recklinghausen to Berlin:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Recklinghausen Hbf and arrive in Berlin Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB and arrive in Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Recklinghausen to Berlin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings to go to Berlin by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Berlin by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Berlin by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Recklinghausen to Berlin with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
  • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Recklinghausen to Berlin often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Dresden. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Berlin and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Berlin to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Berlin, explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg, enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree, and visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark. Experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain and attend a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. Discover iconic sights like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace.
To fully experience Berlin's major attractions, museums, and vibrant culture, spending about 3 to 4 days is ideal. This allows time to explore landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, and the Berlin Wall, while also enjoying the city's unique neighborhoods and cuisine.

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