Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
4 h 21 m
Average
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
207 km
Of the 3 trains that leave Brussels for Gelsenkirchen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance | 128 miles (206 km) | |
Average train duration | 10 h 7 min | |
Average train ticket price | $52 (€47) | |
Train frequency | 2 a day | |
Direct train | No | |
Train providers | Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen cover the 128 miles (206 km) long route taking on average 10 h 7 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $52 (€47), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $52 (€47). Travelers depart most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arrive in Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Brussels and Gelsenkirchen from $52 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
When departing from Brussels, you have various train station options to start your route from including Bruxelles-Midi, Brussels-Nord and Bruxelles-Central. When arriving in Gelsenkirchen, you can end your trip in train stations like Gelsenkirchen Hbf, Gelsenkirchen-Hassel and Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Gelsenkirchen Hbf, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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