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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train ride duration from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 187 miles (301 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train departs from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen at 8:09am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.
What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $122 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2026-01-27.
