Train from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
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Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Frankfurt Hbf
Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Frankfurt Hbf
Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 207, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24carpool per day
2h 30mAverage duration
193 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 996 - R 1 016Average duration11h 30m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceR 782 - R 2 837Average duration2h 48m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 207 - R 532Average duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen start from R 782. The average price for this train route is around R 1 804. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen?

    The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen is 2h 48m, covering a distance of 189 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 28m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

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

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

    The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 20:09.

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

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

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

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