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

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.

07:18AM3h07

Amsterdam

10:25AMGelsenkirchen

$571One-way

0 transfers

06:35AM3h14

Amsterdam

09:49AMGelsenkirchen

$661One-way

0 transfers

06:36AM3h13

Amsterdam

09:49AMGelsenkirchen

$661One-way

0 transfers

06:55AM4h03

Amsterdam

10:58AMGelsenkirchen

$661One-way

0 transfers

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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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€50 Average price	€24 Average price Cheapest	€370 Average price
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

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Germany

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

Fastest train

2h 20m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:55

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

FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

FAQs: Travel by train from Amsterdam 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 to Gelsenkirchen.

Cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen can start from as little as $25 (€20) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen is $53 (€43); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen train time is 2 h 6 min covering the 112 mile (180 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 11: 19 PM.

There are 8 trains a day from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen train with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey to Gelsenkirchen from Amsterdam as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 19 PM.

A trip to Gelsenkirchen from Amsterdam is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen is February.

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