How much does a train ticket from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen cost?

The average train ticket price from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen is $85. The best way to find train tickets from Erfurt 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!

How long is the train trip from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen?

A train trip between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen is around 5h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 36m. This is the time it takes to travel the 175 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen?

The number of trains from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen?

When taking the train from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

Train Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen from $74 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen on October 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:21pm	Willy-Brandt-Platz	7h 21m	8:42pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:30pm	Erfurt Hbf	4h 30m	6:00pm	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	2:18pm	Erfurt Hbf	5h 35m	7:53pm	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	2:47pm	Erfurt Hbf	4h 38m	7:25pm	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:32pm	Erfurt Hbf	5h 21m	11:53pm	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $39	Average Duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$74 - $142	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 15mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$85

Average train trip duration5h 10m

Number of daily trains13

Earliest train departure6:18am

Distance174 miles (280 km)

Latest train departure8:47pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi0.7

FlixBus

3.5/510,963 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, VIA Rail Canada

Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen Train

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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 Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Gelsenkirchen.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Gelsenkirchen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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.

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

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