The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Cheapest price
$457
Average price
$462
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
921 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf will cost around $462 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $457.
It's difficult to get from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf without transferring at least 3 times.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $180. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $180, and a train costs an average of $457.
Distance: 572 miles (921 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$466 Average price | $180 Average price Cheapest | $346 Average price |
10h 48m Average total duration Fastest 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 50m Average total duration 32h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 20m Average total duration 14h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h25 | 8:28 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h25 | 10:28 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $457 (€370) but you can travel from only $180 (€146) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 12:03, the last at 14:03. The fastest train covers the 572 miles (921 km) distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 572 miles (921 km) |
Average train duration 10h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $457 (€370) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 25m |
First train 12:03 |
Last train 14:03 |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: TGV, TGV INOUI from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf trainsTGV, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Marseille Saint-Charles and Gelsenkirchen Hbf from $180 (€146). 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 Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille Saint-Charles 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Café Madrid
- Shere Punjab
- Café del Sol
- Hotel St. Petrus
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