Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen train with Deutsche Bahn (RE,ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$26

Average price

$54

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 51 m

Trains per day

17

Distance

302 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.

Fast trains

Of the 17 trains that leave Hamburg for Gelsenkirchen on Sat, Jun 14, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.

FlixTrainFlixTrain
03:01PM2h45
Hamburg Harburg
05:46PMGelsenkirchen Hbf
$261One-way
0 transfers
FlixTrainFlixTrain
02:50PM2h56
Hamburg Hbf
05:46PMGelsenkirchen Hbf
$261One-way
0 transfers
FlixTrainFlixTrain
08:49AM2h57
Hamburg Hbf
11:46AMGelsenkirchen Hbf
$281One-way
0 transfers
FlixTrainFlixTrain
09:01AM2h45
Hamburg Harburg
11:46AMGelsenkirchen Hbf
$281One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 515 · RE 10116
05:46AM3h17
Hamburg Hbf
09:03AMGelsenkirchen Hbf
$311One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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€25

Average price

Cheapest

€27

Average price

€206

Average price

3h 37m

Average duration

Fastest

3h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 54m

Average duration

8h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 22m

Average duration

3h 22m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.8kg

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Live departures

Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, June 13
Last updated at 4:55 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
metronomME 81647+deutsche_bahnICE 101 · RE 10107
On time
10:33 PM Hamburg Hbf
5h52
4:25 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2 transfers
metronomME 81947+deutsche_bahnRE 14051 · RE 10204
On time
10:57 PM Hamburg Hbf
6h11
5:08 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2 transfers
Saturday, June 14
deutsche_bahnEC 7 · RE 10206
On time
2:38 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h30
6:08 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 515 · RE 10116
On time
3:46 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h17
7:03 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 105 · RE 58310
On time
4:46 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h17
8:03 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 731
On time
5:54 AM Hamburg Hbf
2h53
8:47 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain6:49 AM Hamburg Hbf
2h57
9:46 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain7:01 AM Hamburg Harburg
2h45
9:46 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 519 · RE 10132
On time
7:46 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h17
11:03 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 109 · RE 10136
On time
8:46 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h17
12:03 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 587 · ICE 640 · RE 10141
On time
9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h53
12:54 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 927 · RE 10140
On time
9:53 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h10
1:03 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 2311
On time
10:50 AM Hamburg Hbf
2h57
1:47 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 689 · ICE 548 · ICE 1224
On time
11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h40
2:41 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 613 · RE 10148
On time
11:46 AM Hamburg Hbf
3h17
3:03 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 transfer
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain12:50 PM Hamburg Hbf
2h56
3:46 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain1:01 PM Hamburg Harburg
2h45
3:46 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen

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Trains from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
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
187 miles (301 km)
Average train duration
3h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€8)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 45m
First train
03:38
Last train
21:46
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 and FlixTrain from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen trains

Travel between Hamburg and Gelsenkirchen from $14 (€11) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen train.

Train information from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 57 min
  • Cheapest Price: $31
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen

Hamburg
Gelsenkirchen
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Altona. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Altona for your trip from Hamburg to Gelsenkirchen.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Dining
Dining
  • Ethio
  • Trattoria Toscana
  • Marta
  • Pavillon
Hotel
Hotel
  • Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
  • Hotel Hamburg Altona
  • Hotel Central
  • Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
  • Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
Dining
  • Le Crobag
  • Burger King
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Havin Grill
  • KFC
  • Mr. CLOU
  • Starbucks
  • dean&david
  • SPAR Express
  • Pommesfreunde
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
  • IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
  • Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Dining
Dining
  • Café Bom Dia
  • Hünkar
  • Yoko Sushi Harburg
  • Mathewes Grill
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Panorama
  • Hotel Harburger Hof
  • Hotel Jeta
  • Hotel Süderelbe
The major train station for arrivals in Gelsenkirchen is Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gelsenkirchen Hbf for your journey to Gelsenkirchen from Hamburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Subway
  • Café Madrid
  • Shere Punjab
  • Café del Sol
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel St. Petrus

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