Previously seen journeys
| 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 |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen
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 £63, 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen start from £63. The average price for this train route is around £79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train journey time from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 228 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 06:38. And the latest train departs at 22:16.
Which 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?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the most punctual service 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.
