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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | HBF | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | HBF | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | HBF | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | HBF | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | HBF | No tags |
Get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen
The journey takes about 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Essen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Essen start at $13. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Gelsenkirchen to Essen?
The average train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Essen takes 10m and covers 9 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9m and is operated by FlixBus.
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.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Essen?
The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Essen departs at 5:48pm. The latest train departs at 6:13pm.
What 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.
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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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.
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.
