How to get from Krefeld to Ahlen by train?

From Krefeld to Ahlen by train

To get from Krefeld to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RE42 train from Krefeld Uerdingen Bf station to Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE1 train and finally take the RE6 train from Kamen, Bahnhof station to Ahlen (Westf) Bf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min. The train schedule from Krefeld may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ahlen on the Moovit app.

172min
Walk to train station
Train - RE42RE42
Train - RE1RE1
Train - RE6RE6
Leaves from Krefeld Uerdingen Bf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Krefeld Uerdingen Bf
    1000 m • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - RE42RE42
    Wait for train
    RE42
    Münster Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Hamm (Westf), Hauptbahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kamen, Bahnhof
    45 min
  • 6
    Train - RE6RE6
    Wait for train
    RE6
    Minden, Bahnhof
  • 7
    Ride to train station Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    Ride to train station
    Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Krefeld to Ahlen by train via RE42, RE1 (RRX) and RE6

To get from Krefeld to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RE42 train from Krefeld Uerdingen Bf station to Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE1 (RRX) train and finally take the RE6 train from Hamm (Westf) Hbf station to Ahlen (Westf) Bf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min. The train schedule from Krefeld may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ahlen on the Moovit app.

172min
Walk to train station
Train - RE42RE42
Train - RE1 (RRX)RE1 (RRX)
Train - RE6RE6
Leaves from Krefeld Uerdingen Bf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Krefeld Uerdingen Bf
    1000 m • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - RE42RE42
    Wait for train
    RE42
    Münster Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - RE1 (RRX)RE1 (RRX)
    Wait for train
    RE1 (RRX)
    Hamm (Westf) Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hamm (Westf) Hbf
    55 min
  • 6
    Train - RE6RE6
    Wait for train
    RE6
    Minden, Bahnhof
  • 7
    Ride to train station Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    Ride to train station
    Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Krefeld to Ahlen

The distance between Krefeld, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Ahlen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 115.93 km, which can typically be travelled in 172 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Krefeld to Ahlen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Krefeld to Ahlen

To check the train schedule from Krefeld to Ahlen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Krefeld) and destination (Ahlen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Krefeld to Ahlen by train via RE42, RE1 (RRX) and RE6

To get from Krefeld to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RE42 train from Krefeld Uerdingen Bf station to Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE1 (RRX) train and finally take the RE6 train from Hamm (Westf) Hbf station to Ahlen (Westf) Bf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min. The train schedule from Krefeld may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ahlen on the Moovit app.

172min
Walk to train station
Train - RE42RE42
Train - RE1 (RRX)RE1 (RRX)
Train - RE6RE6
Leaves from Krefeld Uerdingen Bf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Krefeld Uerdingen Bf
    1000 m • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - RE42RE42
    Wait for train
    RE42
    Münster Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - RE1 (RRX)RE1 (RRX)
    Wait for train
    RE1 (RRX)
    Hamm (Westf) Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hamm (Westf) Hbf
    55 min
  • 6
    Train - RE6RE6
    Wait for train
    RE6
    Minden, Bahnhof
  • 7
    Ride to train station Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    Ride to train station
    Ahlen (Westf) Bf
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Krefeld to Ahlen?

    The fastest way takes 172 minutes, using Train line RE42, Train line RE1, Train line RE6.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Krefeld to Ahlen?

    The alternative route takes 172 minutes, using Train line RE42, Train line RE1 (RRX), Train line RE6.

  • Is there a direct train between Krefeld and Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 52 min.

  • Which train line goes from Krefeld to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The RE42 train line goes from Krefeld Uerdingen Bf station near Krefeld to Münster Hauptbahnhof station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Münster Hauptbahnhof station near Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • How long does it take to travel from Krefeld to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train?

    The total travel time between Krefeld and Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train is about 2 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Krefeld to get to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get on the RE42 train from the Krefeld Uerdingen Bf station near Krefeld in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Krefeld and Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get off the train at the Münster Hauptbahnhof station, which is closest to Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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