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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Regio Nordost + erixx + metronom + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Hbf Train Station | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
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| Berlin Hbf Train Station | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Fastest | ||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB Berlin Central Bus Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | |||||
 | Hauptbahnhof | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn |
| Berlin Ostbahnhof | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Regio Nordost + erixx + metronom + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 148, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin 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 Berlin to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen start at PLN 91. The average price for this train route is around PLN 426. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train trip from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen takes 4h 25m and covers 445 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 37 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen departs at 6:16am. The latest train departs at 11:58pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin 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 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on Oct 8, 2026 with a price of PLN 92To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 92 to PLN 1,104 for a train ticket from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 171 which is on 2026-10-09.
