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Compare train and flight for Gelsenkirchen to Syke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to Syke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $71, and a flight costs an average of $567.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$71 Average price Cheapest | $567 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gelsenkirchen to Syke:
A train is $496 (€408) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gelsenkirchen to Syke costing on average $567 (€466).
Other travel options to Syke take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 25m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (2h 38m by train vs 2h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $71 (€59) compared to roughly $42 (€34) 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gelsenkirchen to Syke
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Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Syke run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€59) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 08:50. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€59) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 8:50 AM |
Last train 8:50 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Gelsenkirchen to Syke trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Gelsenkirchen and Syke from $71 (€59). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Syke
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Syke 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 Syke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gelsenkirchen to Syke
Most Gelsenkirchen to Syke trains use the Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Syke station pair. Use this guide to compare Gelsenkirchen and Syke train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gelsenkirchen station do trains to Syke leave from?
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.
Which Syke station do trains from Gelsenkirchen arrive at?
Getting to Syke from Syke city centre
Syke train station facilities and services
Syke 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: Gleis 1, Ristorante da Nino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Syke. ATMs are available at Syke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Syke. Information desks are available at Syke.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Syke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Syke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Syke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Syke.
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