The average train between Hanover and Gelsenkirchen takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Hanover 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Hanover and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 2:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 1:11 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hanover station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.
Hanover to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by FlixTrain GmbH, depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.
Hanover to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by FlixTrain GmbH, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Hanover to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with FlixTrain GmbH and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Hanover and Gelsenkirchen is 204.8 km. The road distance is 236 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 2h 1m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.