Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | Dresden Neustadt Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | Dresden Central Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Dresden Neustadt Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Dresden Neustadt Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Dresden Hbf | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden 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 Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden start at $154. The average price for this train route is around $189. 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 Dresden?
The average train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden takes 7h 7m and covers 464 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 24m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Gelsenkirchen to Dresden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden?
The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden departs at 6:33am. The latest train departs at 7:04pm.
What is the best train operator from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden?
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 Gelsenkirchen to Dresden?
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 Dresden?
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.
