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Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Stuttgart and Gelsenkirchen takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Stuttgart 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.

3h 49m
Duration
433 km
Distance
€80
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen train times

Trains run twice daily between Stuttgart and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 3:12 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Stuttgart is at 4:07 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 8:03 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 56m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 56m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 56m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 56m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 56m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 56m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 42m • Direct
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    train train 3h 56m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 433.3 km
  • Duration: 3h 49m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €65–140 and the journey takes 3h 1m.

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