Train from Gelsenkirchen to Heidelberg: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gelsenkirchen to Heidelberg on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Heidelberg Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Heidelberg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
7h 45mAverage duration
161 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£31 - £34Average duration7h 45m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£58 - £101Average duration4h 1m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Heidelberg start from £58. 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.

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

    The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Heidelberg is 4h 1m, covering a distance of 161 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 21m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Heidelberg departs at 06:33. And the latest train departs at 19:33.

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

    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.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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.

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