Train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen on 16 December
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
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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 R 1 756, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
3h 37mAverage duration
337 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 830 - R 830Average duration20h
8kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 756 - R 3 421Average 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 differ at the time of your trip.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen start from R 1 756. The average price for this train route is around R 2 752. 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 Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?

    The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is 3h 37m, covering a distance of 337 km. The quickest train can get 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 serve 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?

    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 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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