Train from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main on December 12
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Compare 3 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
193 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$32 - $35Average Duration10h 5m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$64 - $204Average Duration2h 39m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$19 - $46Average Duration2h 40m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main start at $64. The average price for this train route is around $134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?

    The average train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main takes 2h 39m and covers 191 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 35 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?

    The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main departs at 6:09am. The latest train departs at 8:09pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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