Basel to Gelsenkirchen train

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Cheap train tickets from Basel to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times and prices for Nov 10

Cheapest

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

Deutsche Bahn
06:13AM6h12
Basel
12:25PMGelsenkirchen
$1151One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:06AM4h52
Basel
11:58AMGelsenkirchen
$1271One-way
0 transfers

Basel to Gelsenkirchen train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 10
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Deutsche Bahn06:13AM Basel6h12 12:25PM Gelsenkirchen0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn07:06AM Basel4h52 11:58AM Gelsenkirchen0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Basel to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times and prices for Nov 10

Fastest Journey

4 h 52 m

Average

5 h 32 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

440 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Gelsenkirchen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn
07:06AM4h52
Basel
11:58AMGelsenkirchen
$1271One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:13AM6h12
Basel
12:25PMGelsenkirchen
$1151One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Basel to Gelsenkirchen

Trains from Basel to Gelsenkirchen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€58) but you can travel from only $29 (€25) 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 $29 (€25)
Distance
273 miles (440 km)
Average train duration
7h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
$66 (€58)
Trains per day
8
Train providers
1
Fastest train
5h 38m
First train
00:09
Last train
23:04
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 $29 (€25)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Basel to Gelsenkirchen trains

You can travel by train between Basel and Gelsenkirchen with Deutsche Bahn for as low as $104 (€91). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

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, which you can also use for your train between Basel and Gelsenkirchen. 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. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Basel to Gelsenkirchen train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 47 min
  • Cheapest Price: $104
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Basel to Gelsenkirchen

FAQs: Travel by train from Basel 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 Basel to Gelsenkirchen.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Basel to Gelsenkirchen can start from as little as $66 (€58) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Basel to Gelsenkirchen is $111 (€97); 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 Basel to Gelsenkirchen is 5 h 38 min   to travel the 273 mile (440 km) long route, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Basel to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 12: 09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Basel to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 11: 04 PM.
There are 8 trains a day from Basel 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 Basel to Gelsenkirchen you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Gelsenkirchen from Basel on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 04 PM.
The cheapest month for a train from Basel to Gelsenkirchen is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Basel to Gelsenkirchen including taking a train, bus or flight.

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