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Compare prices and tickets Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 214 miles (345 km) |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€64) |
Trains per day 65 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 23:20 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar start from as low as $78 (€64) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $100 (€82) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Gelsenkirchen and Esslingen am Neckar from $78 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Price
$78 (€64)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
123 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar 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 Esslingen am Neckar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $78 (€64), while the average price is around $100 (€82).
Two to three days are ideal to explore Esslingen am Neckar, allowing time to enjoy its medieval architecture, visit local wineries, and experience cultural sites like the Esslingen Castle and Old Town.
The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar is by train, with a cost of around $78 (€64).
Yes, you can take the train from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar.
The distance by train from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar is 214 miles (345 km).
The train from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar takes 4h 32m and runs 65 per day.
The first train from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar leaves at 12:40 AM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar. This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The last train from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar leaves at 11:20 PM.
The train station in Gelsenkirchen that goes to Esslingen am Neckar is Wanne-Eickel Hbf, which connects to Esslingen-Mettingen.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar.
A day trip from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 32m, covering 214 miles (345 km). Trains run 65 times per day.
The train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Rhine Valley and the rolling hills of the Swabian region, making it a visually appealing route.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar
Gelsenkirchen
Esslingen am Neckar
The major train station for departures in Gelsenkirchen is Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gelsenkirchen Hbf for your trip from Gelsenkirchen to Esslingen am Neckar.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Subway
- Café Madrid
- Shere Punjab
- Café del Sol
Hotel
- Hotel St. Petrus
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Dschingis Khan
- Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel
- Nikolaus Grill
- McDonald's
The major train station for arrivals in Esslingen am Neckar is Esslingen (Neckar). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Esslingen (Neckar) for your journey to Esslingen am Neckar from Gelsenkirchen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
Dining
- Weiler Hof
- Posthörnle
- Multi Pizza Service
- Brauhaus Schwanen
Esslingen-Mettingen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Kaiserpalast
- Cafe Mocca
- La Conchiglia
- Betriebsrestaurant
Oberesslingen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Zum Froschkönig
- Iglu
- Ziegelhof
- Kohinoor
Most popular train connections from Gelsenkirchen
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