- Must visit
Museum Schloss Horst
Renaissance castle museum with exhibitions on archaeology, local history, and changing art shows in one of the city's finest historic sites.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 19 trains from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen, including 7 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.
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Trains from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 2h 29m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen.
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 614 · ICE 820 · ICE 547 | On time 8:34 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2h48 | 11:22 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2049 · ICE 202 | On time 8:39 AM Mannheim Hbf | 3h22 | 12:01 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 · ICE 549 | On time 9:07 AM Mannheim Hbf | 4h15 | 1:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1012 | On time 9:07 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2h17 | 11:24 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 9:33 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2h28 | 12:01 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 612 · ICE 726 · ICE 549 | On time 10:34 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2h48 | 1:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2047 · ICE 200 | On time 10:39 AM Mannheim Hbf | 3h22 | 2:01 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 641 | On time 11:07 AM Mannheim Hbf | 4h15 | 3:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010 | On time 11:07 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2h17 | 1:24 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 200 | On time 11:33 AM Mannheim Hbf | 2h28 | 2:01 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 610 · ICE 722 · ICE 641 | On time 12:34 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h48 | 3:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2045 · ICE 108 | On time 12:39 PM Mannheim Hbf | 3h22 | 4:01 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 918 | On time 1:07 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h17 | 3:24 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 918 · ICE 228 · ICE 643 | On time 1:07 PM Mannheim Hbf | 4h15 | 5:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 108 | On time 1:33 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h28 | 4:01 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 518 · ICE 628 · ICE 643 | On time 2:34 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h48 | 5:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2012 · ICE 106 | On time 2:39 PM Mannheim Hbf | 3h22 | 6:01 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 916 | On time 3:07 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h17 | 5:24 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 916 · ICE 28 · ICE 645 | On time 3:07 PM Mannheim Hbf | 4h15 | 7:22 PM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Renaissance castle museum with exhibitions on archaeology, local history, and changing art shows in one of the city's finest historic sites.
Leading modern art museum in the Ruhr, noted for kinetic and contemporary works and ambitious temporary exhibitions.
Museum documenting pharmacy history inside Schloss Horst, with historic equipment and displays on medicine and daily life.
Large leisure park on a former colliery, combining industrial heritage, greenery, playgrounds, and canal-side walking routes.
Extensive zoo and landscaped grounds famous for Alaska-themed habitats and family-friendly outdoor exploration.
Elegant lakeside park around Schloss Berge, popular for strolling, boating views, and relaxed green space in Buer.
A hearty Ruhr-area potato stew with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is a classic workers’ dish long associated with everyday home cooking in the region.
Pan-fried blood sausage with mashed potatoes and apples. Common across North Rhine-Westphalia, it is a traditional pub and home-style comfort meal.
Cured minced pork spread served on rye bread with onions. Popular in the Ruhr and nearby Westphalia as a simple, traditional snack or supper item.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in Gelsenkirchen known for modern German cuisine, careful presentation, and an elegant special-occasion atmosphere.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty German and Ruhr-area dishes in a relaxed, rustic setting popular for local beer and classic comfort food.
Well-known casual venue for German grills, schnitzel, and regional comfort food with a lively, approachable atmosphere suited to groups and families.
Moderate for Germany: hotels are often cheaper than in major cities, while dining and local transit are fairly typical for the region.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Gelsenkirchen.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Gelsenkirchen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim 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: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
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.
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.
Check train stations information for Mannheim and Gelsenkirchen, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.