Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train

Cheap train tickets from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times and prices for May 29

Cheapest

26

Average

26

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

Deutsche Bahn
06:20PM2h58
Mainz
09:18PMGelsenkirchen
261One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen

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Deutsche Bahn
06:20PM2h58
Mainz
09:18PMGelsenkirchen
0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times and prices for May 29

Fastest Journey

2 h 58 m

Average

2 h 58 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

188 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Mainz for Gelsenkirchen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn
06:20PM2h58
Mainz
09:18PMGelsenkirchen
261One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen

distanceDistance116 miles (187 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 38 min
priceAverage train ticket price$24 (€21)
frequencyTrain frequency9 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain providersDeutsche Bahn or ÖBB EuroCity

Trains from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen cover the 116 miles (187 km) long journey taking on average 2 h 38 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB EuroCity. Normally, there are 9 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $15 (€13), but the average price of train tickets is $24 (€21). Travelers depart most frequently from Mainz Hbf and arrive in Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen trains

Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen from $15 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

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 Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train.

Deutsche Bahn from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $15
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen

FAQs: Travel by train from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen.
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If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find cheap Mainz to Gelsenkirchen trains for as little as $15 (€13)  in the next 7 days.
The train price from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen is on average $24 (€21)  if you are looking to book your tickets for this journey in the next 7 days.
The distance from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen by train is approximately 116 miles (187 km).
On average the Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train time is 2 h 38 min  covering the 116 mile (187 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

Some of the Mainz train stations to Gelsenkirchen you can start your journey from include Mainz Hbf, Mainz Römisches Theater and Mainz-Mombach. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Gelsenkirchen include Gelsenkirchen Hbf, Gelsenkirchen-Hassel and Gelsenkirchen Zoo.

When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Mainz Hbf   and arriving in Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Mainz Hbf, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Gelsenkirchen Hbf, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city center.

When taking a train from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB EuroCity for the best way to get you to Gelsenkirchen. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
On average, there are 9 trains a day from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
You can take the first train from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen at 5: 06 AM. The last train from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen that you can take departs at 7: 20 PM. Omio shows you the latest train from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen schedule to help you book the best departure time for this route.
In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train companies offering this trip and save money. If you book train tickets to Gelsenkirchen from Mainz within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $24 (€21) one way. To find the best prices for this journey, consider booking your train ticket from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

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Gelsenkirchen
Mainz Hbf is the most popular Mainz railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Mainz for your trip to Gelsenkirchen.
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At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
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