Train from Gelsenkirchen to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gelsenkirchen to Essen on 15 January
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FlixTrainTrain
    Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
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    FlixTrainTrain
      Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
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      FlixTrainTrain
        Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
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        FlixTrainTrain
          Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
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          FlixTrainTrain
            Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
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            Get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen

            This route is served by train only

            The journey takes about 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1train per day
            10mAverage duration
            9 kmDistance
            0kgCO₂ emissions

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Essen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Essen?

              The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Essen start from R 145. The average price for this train route is around R 389. 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 Gelsenkirchen to Essen?

              The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Essen is 10m, covering a distance of 9 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

              Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

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

              The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Essen departs at 17:48. And the latest train departs at 18:13.

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

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

            6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Essen?

              Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

            7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Gelsenkirchen to Essen?

              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 Essen?

              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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