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Compare 3 ways to go from Munich to Gelsenkirchen

Average PriceUS$40 - US$83Average Duration12h 42m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$53 - US$205Average Duration6h 59m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$32 - US$64Average Duration6h 30m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Munich to Gelsenkirchen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
6h 30mAverage Duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Train Munich to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$155
Average train trip duration6h 59m
Number of daily trains10
Earliest train departure6:12am
Distance492 km
Latest train departure7:27pm

Munich to Gelsenkirchen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Munich - Gelsenkirchen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Munich to Gelsenkirchen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Munich to Gelsenkirchen is US$155. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Munich to Gelsenkirchen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Munich to Gelsenkirchen?

    A train trip between Munich and Gelsenkirchen is around 6h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 495 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Munich and Gelsenkirchen?

    The number of trains from Munich to Gelsenkirchen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Munich to Gelsenkirchen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Munich and Gelsenkirchen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Gelsenkirchen.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Gelsenkirchen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Munich and Gelsenkirchen, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Munich to Gelsenkirchen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

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Train from Gelsenkirchen to Munich

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