- Must visit
Mudam Luxembourg
Leading contemporary art museum with major international exhibitions and a striking I. M. Pei entrance pavilion beside Fort Thüngen.
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€69
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gelsenkirchen for Luxembourg on Thu, Aug 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 10 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €234.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€58 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price | €333 Average price | €41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 7m Average total duration 11h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 35m Average total duration 11h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg:
A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg costing on average €66.
A train is €275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg costing on average €333.
Other travel options to Luxembourg take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 35m.
Bus takes on average 11h 37m.
Tickets start at around €58 compared to roughly €41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-17.40. The journey takes 4h 52m versus 3h 33m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:01 AM Gelsenkirchen | 5h22 | 1:23 PM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Gelsenkirchen | 4h52 | 1:23 PM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 12:54 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Leading contemporary art museum with major international exhibitions and a striking I. M. Pei entrance pavilion beside Fort Thüngen.
National art and history museum with archaeology, decorative arts, and fine art spanning Luxembourg's long cultural development.
Museum inside Fort Thüngen explaining Luxembourg's fortress story, identity, and European role through engaging permanent displays.
Charming lower quarter along the Alzette River. Cobbled lanes, historic houses, and cliff views make it one of the city's prettiest walks.
Lively old town center with heritage streets, shops, and major monuments. It is the essential area for a first visit to Luxembourg.
Clifftop promenade lined with views over Grund, the Alzette, and old fortifications. Often called one of Europe's most beautiful balconies.
Judd Mat Gaardebounen is smoked pork collar with broad beans in a creamy sauce, often seen as Luxembourg's national dish and a staple of family cooking.
Bouneschlupp is a hearty green bean soup with potatoes, onions, and usually bacon or sausage, prized as a comforting traditional meal.
Gromperekichelcher are crisp grated potato cakes seasoned with parsley and onion, a beloved street food often sold at markets and fairs.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining by chef Léa Linster, known for refined French cuisine and polished service in a historic setting.
Classic Luxembourg institution serving brasserie dishes, seafood, and regional specialties in a lively Belle Époque setting near the center.
Traditional restaurant in the old fish market area, appreciated for Luxembourg dishes, game, and a historic cellar atmosphere.
Luxembourg is pricey for hotels and dining, though public transport is free nationwide. Expect higher tourist costs than nearby Belgium or Germany.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; small change is enough in cafes.
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Luxembourg Airport -> Place Guillaume II
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gelsenkirchen to Luxembourg trains use the Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Luxembourg station pair, with some services arriving at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13). Use this guide to compare Gelsenkirchen and Luxembourg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.
Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen is 2 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Grill-Pizzeria Grammatikas, Viva Sevilla, Nudelland
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen.
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen.
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen.
Wanne-Eickel Hbf is 3 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Wanne-Eickel Hbf 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 options include: Dschingis Khan, Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel, Nikolaus Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. ATMs are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Information desks are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Luxembourg is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brasserie Schuman, Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luxembourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luxembourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luxembourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luxembourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton, Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City.
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
ATMs are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
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