Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Trains

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Duration	1h 2m
Distance	78.7 km
Average price	30€
Frequency	15/day

Trip overview

Train

Cologne

Gelsenkirchen

The average train between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 58 min. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train

Koeln Hbf
Gelsenkirchen

1h 3m

1€ - 60€

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Cologne to Gelsenkirchen train times

Trains run hourly between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen. The service departs Cologne at 19:09 in the evening, which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 20:12. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Departing Thursday, February 25, 2021

Deutsche Bahn Intercity

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to Gelsenkirchen?

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Is there a direct train between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

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What is the distance between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen is 64 km. The road distance is 78.7 km.

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Where do I catch the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

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Where does the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

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How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen?

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 610+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen. Prices start at 75€ per night.

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What companies run services between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity operates a train from Koeln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost 40€ - 60€ and the journey takes 1h 3m. Four other operators also service this route.

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity

Ave. Duration

1h 3m

Frequency

Hourly

Estimated price

40€ - 60€

Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.

Contact Details

Website: bahn.com

Train from Koeln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf

Ave. Duration: 1h 3m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: 40€ - 60€
Website: reiseauskunft.bahn.de

Intercity 2

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IC Oberstdorf - Hannover Hbf

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VRR

Ave. Duration

1h 14m

Frequency

Hourly

Estimated price

2€

Phone: +49 209 1584-0
Email: info@vrr.de
Website: vrr.de

Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf

Ave. Duration: 1h 14m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: 2€
Website: VRR

X-class coaches of S-Bahn Rhein-Ruhr at Cologne central station

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S-Bahn Rhein-Ruhr Series 422 at Angermund station

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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Ave. Duration

1h 3m

Frequency

3 times a day

Estimated price

30€ - 55€

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.

Contact Details

Phone: +41 51 220 11 11
Website: sbb.ch

Train from Koeln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf

Ave. Duration: 1h 3m
Frequency: 3 times a day
Estimated price: 30€ - 55€
Website: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Ave. Duration

1h 5m

Frequency

Twice daily

Estimated price

23€ - 35€

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).

Contact Details

Phone: +49 0180 6 99 66 33
Website: bahn.com

Train from Koeln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf

Ave. Duration: 1h 5m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: 23€ - 35€
Website: Deutsche Bahn

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Exterior of DB Intercity Express (ICE)

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ABELLIO Rail NRW GmbH

Ave. Duration

1h 14m

Frequency

Twice a week

Phone: 0800 223 5546
Website: abellio.de

Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf

Ave. Duration: 1h 14m
Frequency: Twice a week
Website: Abellio NRW

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Deutsche Bahn Regional

Ave. Duration

1h 37m

Frequency

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price

13€ - 18€

Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.