How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen start at $10. The average price for this train route is around $34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?

The average train trip from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen takes 41m and covers 39 km. The quickest train gets you there in 28m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?

The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen departs at 6:07am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf 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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?

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

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Düsseldorf 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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf 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.

Train Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen from $7 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:14am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	28m	6:42am	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:26am	Hbf	38m	8:04am	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	No tags
	Train	6:14am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	28m	6:42am	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	Train	6:45am	Duesseldorf Central	40m	7:25am	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
	Train	3:27pm	Hbf	37m	4:04pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:45 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Düsseldorf 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 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

30mAverage Duration

40 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$10 - $59	Average Duration41m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $9	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen start at $10. The average price for this train route is around $34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train trip from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen takes 41m and covers 39 km. The quickest train gets you there in 28m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen departs at 6:07am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.
What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Düsseldorf 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf 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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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$22

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$7

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The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $7 to $69 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-12-12.

Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.