The average train between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 Mainz and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 1:05 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz Hbf station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.
Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz Hbf station.
Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
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The distance between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen is 188.5 km. The road distance is 243 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mainz Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 2h 46m.