- Essen to Gelsenkirchen trains
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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 | HBF | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | HBF | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | HBF | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | HBF | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | HBF | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags |
Get from Essen to Gelsenkirchen
The journey takes about 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen 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 Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Gelsenkirchen start at $11. The average price for this train route is around $12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train trip from Essen to Gelsenkirchen takes 9m and covers 9 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Gelsenkirchen route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train from Essen to Gelsenkirchen departs at 7:55am. The latest train departs at 3:55pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.







