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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 8 trains that leave Sint-Gillis for Gelsenkirchen on Thu, May 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 208 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
IC 522 · R 5005 · ICE 1545 · S212:20 AM8h44Brussels-Midi9:04 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf$911One-way3 transfers- IC 505 · 18921 · 26413 · 101276:56 AM4h28Brussels-Midi11:24 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf$951One-way3 transfers
94717:25 PM2h50Brussels-Midi10:15 PMEssen Hbf$1051One-way0 transfers- ICE 11 · ICE 545 · 102116:23 AM3h26Brussels-Midi9:49 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf$1201One-way2 transfers
- ICE 315 · ICE 641 · 1022312:25 PM3h24Brussels-Midi3:49 PMGelsenkirchen Hbf$1201One-way2 transfers
- 94717:25 PM2h50Brussels-Midi10:15 PMEssen Hbf$1051One-way0 transfers
- 94595:25 PM2h50Brussels-Midi8:15 PMEssen Hbf$1271One-way0 transfers
- ICE 13 · ICE 547 · 102158:25 AM3h24Brussels-Midi11:49 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf$1281One-way2 transfers
- ICE 315 · ICE 641 · 1022312:25 PM3h24Brussels-Midi3:49 PMGelsenkirchen Hbf$1201One-way2 transfers
- ICE 15 · ICE 549 · 1021910:25 AM3h24Brussels-Midi1:49 PMGelsenkirchen Hbf$1281One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $316.
Distance: 129 miles (208 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$120 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $855 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen:
A bus is $91 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen costing on average $120 (€96).
A bus is $825 (€660) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen costing on average $855 (€684).
Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 39m.
Flight takes on average 5h 59m.
Tickets start at around $120 (€96) compared to roughly $49 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-71.82 (€-57.45). The journey takes 3h 36m versus 2h 48m 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.
Live departures
Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen train times
The table below shows live departures for Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen trains for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:25 AM Sint-Gillis | 3h18 | 11:43 AM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:25 AM Sint-Gillis | 3h24 | 12:49 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
| IC 522 · R 5005 · ICE 1545 · S2 | 12:20 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h44 | 9:04 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen
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Trains from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€62) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (208 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 129 miles (208 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€62) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 8:01 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Sint-Gillis to Gelsenkirchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sint-Gillis 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.
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