Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

Mon, 12 Oct
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Oct

Cheapest price on 12 Oct

69S$

Average ticket price on 12 Oct

78S$

Fastest journey on 12 Oct

3 h 50 m

Average journey duration on 12 Oct

4 h 7 m

Trains on 12 Oct

2

Distance

190 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main will cost around 78S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 69S$.

Fast trains

On Mon, 12 Oct, we found 2 trains from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4:16 AM4h23
    Gelsenkirchen
    8:39 AMFrankfurt am Main
    69 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:09 AM3h50
    Gelsenkirchen
    10:59 AMFrankfurt am Main
    88 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 41S$ but you can travel from only 40S$ by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 1h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 40S$
Distance
190 km
Average train duration
2h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
41S$
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
1h 49m
First train
12:09 AM
Last train
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 40S$

Live departures

Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Sunday, 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn31248 · ICE 515
On time
7:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h50
10:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche Bahn31248 · 26709 · ICE 577
On time
7:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
5h15
1:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn31248 · ICE 515 · ICE 13
On time
7:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h28
11:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 2013 · ICE 1515
On time
8:05 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h29
11:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		2 changes
Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 2013 · ICE 1515
On time
8:05 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h44
11:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn10114 · 63624 · 26810 · ICE 1515
On time
8:34 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h15
11:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		3 changes
Deutsche Bahn10114 · 63624 · 26810 · ICE 1515
On time
8:34 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h00
11:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		3 changes
Deutsche BahnS2 · S6 · ICE 623
Delayed
8:54 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h57
9:54 AM 9:54 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnS2 · S6 · ICE 623
Delayed
8:54 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h45
9:42 AM 9:42 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn31250 · ICE 105 · ICE 2013 · S88:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h29
1:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen3 changes
Deutsche Bahn31250 · ICE 105
On time
8:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h50
11:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche Bahn31250 · ICE 105 · ICE 2013 · 44908:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h24
1:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3 changes
Deutsche Bahn31250 · ICE 105 · ICE 27
On time
8:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h14
12:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn10118 · 63606 · ICE 225
Delayed
9:34 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h45
10:21 AM 10:21 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn10118 · S9 · ICE 625
On time
9:34 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h17
12:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnS2 · S6 · ICE 29
On time
9:54 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h05
1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		2 changes
Deutsche BahnS2 · S6 · ICE 29
On time
9:54 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h19
2:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn31252 · ICE 517
On time
9:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h50
12:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche Bahn31252 · ICE 1745 · ICE 579
On time
9:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
5h15
3:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn31252 · ICE 517 · ICE 15
On time
9:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h28
1:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 2009 · IC 1644 · 4492
On time
11:11 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h12
3:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 2009 · ICE 1517
On time
11:11 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h23
1:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 2009 · IC 1644 · S8
On time
11:11 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h17
3:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 2009 · ICE 1517
On time
11:11 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h38
1:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche Bahn10126 · 63608 · ICE 919
On time
11:34 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h45
2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn10126 · 63608 · ICE 123 · ICE 229
On time
11:34 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h25
3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		3 changes
Deutsche Bahn10126 · 63608 · ICE 123
On time
11:34 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h11
2:45 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn10126 · 63608 · ICE 123 · ICE 229
On time
11:34 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h39
4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		3 changes
Deutsche BahnS2 · S6 · ICE 629
Delayed
11:54 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h57
12:53 PM 12:53 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnS2 · S6 · ICE 629
Delayed
11:54 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h45
12:41 PM 12:41 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn31256 · ICE 519
On time
11:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h50
2:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche Bahn31256 · 26717 · ICE 771
On time
11:59 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
5h15
5:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn89879 · ICE 109
On time
12:29 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
3h14
3:43 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche Bahn10133 · IC 2201 · ICE 1519
On time
12:55 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h54
3:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn10133 · IC 2201 · IC 1946 · S812:55 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h33
5:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen3 changes
Deutsche Bahn10133 · IC 2201 · ICE 1519
On time
12:55 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2h39
3:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		2 changes
Deutsche Bahn10133 · IC 2201 · IC 1946 · 449412:55 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
4h28
5:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3 changes

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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn trains will get you between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main from 40S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
41S$
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

Hessische Landesbahn

About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Hessische Landesbahn Duration
3h 56m
Cheapest Hessische Landesbahn Price
43S$
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone

FAQs: Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as 41S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main is 120S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 49m to travel the 190 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 12:09 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 11:45 pm.
There are 13 trains a day from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Frankfurt am Main from Gelsenkirchen is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 49m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main

Most Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Gelsenkirchen
Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Which Gelsenkirchen station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?

Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main leave from Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The station is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre at Gelsenkirchen Hbf, Bahnhofsvorplatz 10, 45879 Gelsenkirchen.
Gelsenkirchen HbfGelsenkirchen Hbf, Bahnhofsvorplatz 10, 45879 GelsenkirchenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Gelsenkirchen Hbf from Gelsenkirchen city centre

Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:

BusE51, 382, 348 · 12m · every ~10 min

Gelsenkirchen Hbf train station facilities and services

Gelsenkirchen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.

Wanne-Eickel HbfWanne-Eickel Hbf, Heinz-Rühmann-Platz 1, 44649 HerneWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Wanne-Eickel Hbf from Gelsenkirchen city centre

Wanne-Eickel Hbf is 3 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb, Re · 4m · 3S$ · every ~4 min
BusRe42x, Re42, S2, Rb32 · 18m · 6S$
E40, 340 · 21m · every ~5 min

Wanne-Eickel Hbf train station facilities and services

Wanne-Eickel Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Dschingis Khan, Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel, Nikolaus Grill, McDonald's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. ATMs are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Information desks are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.

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