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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Leipzig Central Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Leipzig Central Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen start at $115. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train trip from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen takes 7h 10m and covers 367 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen departs at 6:38am. The latest train departs at 10:16pm.
What is the best train operator from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig 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 Leipzig 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.
