- Must visit
Museum Schloss Horst
Renaissance castle museum with exhibitions on archaeology, local history, and changing art shows in one of the city's finest historic sites.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
lei310
Average ticket price on Sep 19
lei352
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
181 km
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 lei352 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei310.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen without transferring at least once.
IC 3031 · 89719+
20019
IC 2737 · IC 3137 · 32241 · 20081
IC 2929 · IC 3129 · 32233 · 20077
ICE 225 · 31254
ICE 123 · 31258
ICE 225 · 31254
ICE 123 · 31258
IC 3031 · 89719+
20019
IC 2737 · IC 3137 · 32241 · 20081
IC 2929 · IC 3129 · 32233 · 20077Omio 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 an average ticket price of lei112 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei112, while a flight costs an average of lei3018.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
lei350 Average price | lei3018 Average price | lei112 Average price Cheapest | lei220 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen:
A bus is lei238 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen costing on average lei350.
A bus is lei2906 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen costing on average lei3018.
Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 6m.
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (2h 44m by train vs 2h 54m by car). Tickets start at around lei350 compared to roughly lei220 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 225 · 31254 | On time 8:31 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2h21 | 10:52 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2929 · IC 3129 · 32233 · 20077 | 8:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h43 | 12:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 3031+ 20019+ 89719 | 9:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h06 | 12:30 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 123 · 31258 | On time 10:31 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2h21 | 12:52 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2737 · IC 3137 · 32241 · 20081 | 10:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h43 | 2:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 4 transfers |
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Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei299 but you can travel from only lei92 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price lei299 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Gelsenkirchen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gelsenkirchen trip today.
Renaissance castle museum with exhibitions on archaeology, local history, and changing art shows in one of the city's finest historic sites.
Leading modern art museum in the Ruhr, noted for kinetic and contemporary works and ambitious temporary exhibitions.
Museum documenting pharmacy history inside Schloss Horst, with historic equipment and displays on medicine and daily life.
Large leisure park on a former colliery, combining industrial heritage, greenery, playgrounds, and canal-side walking routes.
Extensive zoo and landscaped grounds famous for Alaska-themed habitats and family-friendly outdoor exploration.
Elegant lakeside park around Schloss Berge, popular for strolling, boating views, and relaxed green space in Buer.
A hearty Ruhr-area potato stew with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is a classic workers’ dish long associated with everyday home cooking in the region.
Pan-fried blood sausage with mashed potatoes and apples. Common across North Rhine-Westphalia, it is a traditional pub and home-style comfort meal.
Cured minced pork spread served on rye bread with onions. Popular in the Ruhr and nearby Westphalia as a simple, traditional snack or supper item.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in Gelsenkirchen known for modern German cuisine, careful presentation, and an elegant special-occasion atmosphere.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty German and Ruhr-area dishes in a relaxed, rustic setting popular for local beer and classic comfort food.
Well-known casual venue for German grills, schnitzel, and regional comfort food with a lively, approachable atmosphere suited to groups and families.
Moderate for Germany: hotels are often cheaper than in major cities, while dining and local transit are fairly typical for the region.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Gelsenkirchen Hbf -> Heinrich-König-Platz, Gelsenkirchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Centraal and Gelsenkirchen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.
Wanne-Eickel Hbf is 3 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Dschingis Khan, Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel, Nikolaus Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. ATMs are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Information desks are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
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