Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | Leipzig Central Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 712, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig 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 Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig start from R 1 409. The average price for this train route is around R 2 337. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig is 5h 53m, covering a distance of 367 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 1m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig departs at 06:59. And the latest train departs at 20:04.
Which is the best train operator from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig?
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 Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig?
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 Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig?
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.
