Trains tickets from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen

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Tomorrow16 May
from US$22
Sat17 May
Sun18 May
Mon19 May
Tue20 May
Wed21 May
Thu22 May
Fri23 May

Next departures to Gelsenkirchen

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 16 May at
    Departure city: Kassel
    Departure location: Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)
    Arrival time: 16 May at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 16 May at
    Departure city: Kassel
    Departure location: Kassel Hbf
    Arrival time: 16 May at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: Regionalbahn + Regional-Express
    Regionalbahn + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 May at
    Departure city: Kassel
    Departure location: Kassel Hbf
    Arrival time: 16 May at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: Regionalbahn + Regional-Express
    Regionalbahn + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 May at
    Departure city: Kassel
    Departure location: Kassel Hbf
    Arrival time: 16 May at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 May at
    Departure city: Kassel
    Departure location: Kassel Hbf
    Arrival time: 16 May at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen

Bus
Average priceUS$31 - US$31Average duration7h 46m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$95 - US$178Average duration3h 42m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$14 - US$22Average duration2h
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day
2hAverage duration
US$14Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Kassel to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$106
Average train trip duration3h 42m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure06:51
Distance104 miles
Latest train departure19:11

Frequently asked questions on the trip Kassel - Gelsenkirchen

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

    The average train ticket price from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen is US$106. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Kassel 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 train trip from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen?

    A train trip between Kassel and Gelsenkirchen is around 3h 42m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 105 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Kassel and Gelsenkirchen?

    The number of trains from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Kassel 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 Kassel and Gelsenkirchen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Gelsenkirchen.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Gelsenkirchen you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Kassel and Gelsenkirchen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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

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.

Will you be returning to Kassel by train?

Train from Gelsenkirchen to Kassel

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