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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen without transferring at least once.
10:31 AM3h41Elmshorn2:12 PMGelsenkirchenFind prices1 transfer- 12:31 PM3h41Elmshorn4:12 PMGelsenkirchenFind prices1 transfer
- 2:31 PM3h41Elmshorn6:12 PMGelsenkirchenFind prices1 transfer
- 10:31 AM3h41Elmshorn2:12 PMGelsenkirchenFind prices1 transfer
- 12:31 PM3h41Elmshorn4:12 PMGelsenkirchenFind prices1 transfer
- 2:31 PM3h41Elmshorn6:12 PMGelsenkirchenFind prices1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $90, and a flight costs an average of $135.
Distance: 188 miles (303 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $193 Average price | $96 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 35m Average total duration 14h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen costing on average $107 (€87).
A bus is $97 (€80) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen costing on average $193 (€158).
Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 8m.
Bus takes on average 14h 5m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (4h 8m by train vs 4h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $107 (€87) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen train times
The table below shows live departures for Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:31 PM Elmshorn | 3h41 | 6:12 PM Gelsenkirchen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen
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Trains from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 17:15. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (303 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 188 miles (303 km) |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 5:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen trainsNordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft trains will get you between Elmshorn and Gelsenkirchen from $81 (€66). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen
Most Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen trains use the Elmshorn to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen. Use this guide to compare Elmshorn and Gelsenkirchen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Elmshorn station do trains to Gelsenkirchen leave from?
Elmshorn train station facilities and services
Elmshorn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ragazzi, Ristorante Da Gino, Ochi's, Peking Ente Palace
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Elmshorn. ATMs are available at Elmshorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elmshorn. Information desks are available at Elmshorn.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Elmshorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elmshorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Elmshorn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elmshorn.
Which Gelsenkirchen station do trains from Elmshorn arrive at?
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.
Getting to Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen from Gelsenkirchen city centre
Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen is 2 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen train station facilities and services
Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Grill-Pizzeria Grammatikas, Viva Sevilla, Nudelland
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen.
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