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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Dusseldorf Airport Train Station | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Train | Hbf | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dusseldorf Airport Train Station | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Train | Duesseldorf Central | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:45 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 116 - R 720 | Average duration41m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 42 - R 103 | Average duration30m | 2kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen start from R 116. The average price for this train route is around R 412. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen is 41m, covering a distance of 39 km. The quickest train can get you there in 28m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 19:40.
Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 82To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 82 to R 845 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Gelsenkirchen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 114, which is on 2025-12-13.
