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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Bielefeld Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Bielefeld Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Bielefeld Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bielefeld Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags |
Get from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen
The journey takes about 1 hour 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train trip from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen takes 1h 16m and covers 111 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 16m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen departs at 7:23pm. The latest train departs at 7:23pm.
What is the best train operator from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a cleanliness rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bielefeld to Gelsenkirchen, as early as possible.
