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Hanover to Gelsenkirchen trains

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Trip Overview

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.

2h 13m
Duration
236 km
Distance
€45
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Hanover to Gelsenkirchen train times

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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  • Distance: 236.2 km
  • Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Hanover, Germany and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

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.

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