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Compare train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€44 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf:
A bus is €35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf costing on average €44.
Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 0m.
Tickets start at around €44 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-30.81. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 1h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:23 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h56 | 10:19 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 07:03. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 6:48 AM |
Last train 7:03 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Gelsenkirchen Hbf from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Most Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Bonn Airport and Gelsenkirchen Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Gelsenkirchen Hbf from Gelsenkirchen city centre
Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelsenkirchen Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.
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