Train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen on 15 December
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 3 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
3h 37mAverage duration
209 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£37 - £37Average duration20h
8kg CO₂e
Average price£79 - £153Average duration3h 37m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen start from £79. The average price for this train route is around £123. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?

    The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is 3h 37m, covering a distance of 209 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 27m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 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 Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?

    The earliest train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen departs at 06:36. And the latest train departs at 20:51.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?

    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 Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?

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

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stuttgart 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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?

    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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