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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$182
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$182
Fastest journey on Sep 20
9 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
9 h 53 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
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 $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
It's difficult to get from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf without transferring at least once.
TGV 9583+
ICE 1068:12 AM9h53Marseille Saint-Charles6:05 PMGelsenkirchen Hbf$1821One-way1 transfer
- TGV 9583+ICE 1068:12 AM9h53Marseille Saint-Charles6:05 PMGelsenkirchen Hbf$1821One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 an average ticket price of $165 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $165, while a flight costs an average of $627.
Distance: 572 miles (921 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$238 Average price | $627 Average price | $165 Average price Cheapest | $217 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 55m Average total duration 20h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf:
A bus is $73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf costing on average $238.
A bus is $463 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf costing on average $627.
Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 58m.
Bus takes on average 20h 25m.
You'll arrive about 1h 28m sooner (9h 58m by train vs 11h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $238 compared to roughly $217 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
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, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TGV 9583+ICE 106 | On time 8:12 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 9h53 | 6:05 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
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Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $202 but you can travel from only $128 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 12:03, the last at 14:03. The fastest train covers the 572 miles (921 km) distance in 9h 41m.
Distance 572 miles (921 km) |
Average train duration 9h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $202 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 41m |
First train 12:03 PM |
Last train 2:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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
Most Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille Saint-Charles and Gelsenkirchen Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille Saint-Charles train station facilities and services
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
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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