Train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin on 24 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,Cheapest
Flixtrain
Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
SpandauFastest
Flixtrain
Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
HauptbahnhofNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
Flixtrain
Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
Berlin SüdkreuzNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:33 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
5h 40mAverage duration
273 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceCA$42 - CA$107Average duration6h 45m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceCA$48 - CA$101Average duration5h 40m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin start from CA$48. The average price for this train route is around CA$62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

    The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 273 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gelsenkirchen to Berlin route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

    The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin departs at 10:09. And the latest train departs at 11:48.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

    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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
22/04
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23/04
CA$57
Today
CA$81
25/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin was searched and found on 23 Apr 2026 with a price of CA$57

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