Train from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*
    Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)CheapestFastest
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,
      Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:51 PM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 382, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      21carpool per day
      5hAverage duration
      447 kmDistance
      19kgCO₂ emissions
      Average priceR 566 - R 1 105Average duration6h 45m
      11kg CO₂e
      Average priceR 621 - R 3 251Average duration4h 27m
      11kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average priceR 382 - R 1 070Average duration5h
      19kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen by train

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

      1. How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen?

        The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen start from R 621. The average price for this train route is around R 1 682. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

        The average train journey time from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen is 4h 27m, covering a distance of 448 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 51m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

        Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

        The earliest train from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 21:23.

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

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

      7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin 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 Berlin 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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