The average train between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. 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 3 times a day between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 5:05 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Mainz is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 3:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. 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 3h 12m.
Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and vlexx.
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 €45–160 and the journey takes 1h 46m.