The average train between Witten and Gelsenkirchen takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 39 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Witten 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 30 minutes between Witten and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Witten is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 12:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 52 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 3m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Witten to Gelsenkirchen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Witten to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Witten Hbf station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station via Dortmund Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.
Witten to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Witten Hbf station.
Witten to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
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The distance between Witten and Gelsenkirchen is 19 km. The road distance is 24 km.
You can take a train from Witten Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf in around 30 min.