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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Dresden Central Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Neustadt Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Central Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dresden Neustadt Station | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Dresden Neustadt Train Station | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen start from $35. The average price for this train route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train ride duration from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen is 7h 39m, covering a distance of 288 miles (464 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 29m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Dresden to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train departs from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 9:23pm.
What is the best train operator from Dresden 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 Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Dresden 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.
