Train from Karlsruhe to Gelsenkirchen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Karlsruhe to Gelsenkirchen on 8 December
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Karlsruhe Hbf
Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Karlsruhe Hbf
Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Karlsruhe Hbf
Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Karlsruhe Hbf
Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Karlsruhe Hbf
Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Gelsenkirchen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 10 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
10h 35mAverage duration
183 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£25 - £26Average duration10h 35m
7kg CO₂e
Average price£60 - £68Average duration3h 12m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Gelsenkirchen start from £60. The average price for this train route is around £60. 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 Karlsruhe to Gelsenkirchen?

    The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Gelsenkirchen is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 183 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Gelsenkirchen departs at 18:00. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

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