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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times and prices for Jul 15

Cheapest price

$57

Average price

$64

Fastest journey

2 h 52 m

Average duration

3 h 6 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

181 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam 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 to Gelsenkirchen will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Amsterdam for Gelsenkirchen on Tue, Jul 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .

On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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
07:18AM3h07
Amsterdam
10:25AMGelsenkirchen
$571One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:35AM3h14
Amsterdam
09:49AMGelsenkirchen
$661One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:36AM3h13
Amsterdam
09:49AMGelsenkirchen
$661One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:55AM4h03
Amsterdam
10:58AMGelsenkirchen
$661One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
05:36AM2h52
Amsterdam
08:28AMGelsenkirchen
$661One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a flight costs an average of €131.

Distance: 112 miles (181 km)

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€50

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€24

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Cheapest

€370

Average price

2h 57m

Average total duration

2h 27m

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7h 5m

Average total duration

6h 35m

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50m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.1kg

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

NetherlandsNetherlands
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) 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 $6 (€5)
Distance
112 miles (181 km)
Average train duration
2h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€20)
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 20m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:55
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 $6 (€5)

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

Find the best trains between Amsterdam and Gelsenkirchen with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and VIAS Rail GmbH from $25 (€20). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

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.

Train information from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 6 min
  • Cheapest Price: $25

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