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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Dresden Central Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Neustadt Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Central Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Neustadt Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Dresden Neustadt Train Station | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden 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 Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen start at $49. The average price for this train route is around $106. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train trip from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen takes 7h 39m and covers 464 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 29m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen departs at 6:10am. The latest train departs at 9:23pm.
What is the best train operator from Dresden 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 Dresden 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 Dresden 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 Dresden 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.
