The average train between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is at least one train 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 once daily between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 5:14 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Mainz is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 12:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen station via Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with vlexx, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen is 188.5 km. The road distance is 281 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–140 and the journey takes 1h 46m.
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