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

The average train ticket price from Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund is $9. The best way to find train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund 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 Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund?

A train trip between Gelsenkirchen and Dortmund is around 22m, although the fastest train will take about 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 16 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Gelsenkirchen and Dortmund?

The number of trains from Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dortmund?

Once in Dortmund, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Signal Iduna Park, Brewery Museum, Dortmund Zoo, Steinwache Memorial and Museum, DASA.

Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund | FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus

Compare 2 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Train	Average Price$7 - $35	Average Duration22m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $5	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$9

Average train trip duration22m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure7:10am

Distance16 miles (25 km)

Latest train departure7:24pm

Train Companies

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Deutsche Bahn

FlixBus

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Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

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Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Dortmund, 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 Gelsenkirchen and Dortmund, 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 Gelsenkirchen to Dortmund while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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 traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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