Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$47

Average price

$47

Fastest journey

4 h 17 m

Average duration

4 h 17 m

Trains per day

Distance

181 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Amsterdam Centraal for Gelsenkirchen on Wed, Jul 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .

On Wed, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 4 h 17 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.

08:08AM4h17

Amsterdam Centraal

12:25PMGelsenkirchen

$471One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €50.

Distance: 111 miles (180 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€52 Average price	€19 Average price Cheapest
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Overview: Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen

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Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.

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

Bus from $22 (€18)

Distance

111 miles (180 km)

Average train duration

2h 39m

Cheapest ticket price

$62 (€50)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 53m

First train

06:00

Last train

09:35

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $22 (€18)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and VIAS Rail GmbH from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen trains

Find the best trip between Amsterdam Centraal and Gelsenkirchen with Omio's train partners Deutsche Bahn and VIAS Rail GmbH! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen

FAQs: Travel by train from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen.

Cheap train tickets from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen can start from as little as $44 (€35) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen is $62 (€49); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen is on average 2 h 53 min for the 112 mile (180 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Amsterdam Centraal and Gelsenkirchen by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 6: 24 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 1: 24 PM.

There are 10 trains a day from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the route from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Amsterdam Centraal and Gelsenkirchen on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

A trip to Gelsenkirchen from Amsterdam Centraal is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen by train is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam Centraal and Gelsenkirchen including taking a flight, bus or train.