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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
It's difficult to get from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf without transferring at least once.
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5:49 AM3h30Stuttgart9:19 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf$891One-way1 transfer- 2:22 AM5h02Stuttgart7:24 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf$941One-way1 transfer
- 5:49 AM3h30Stuttgart9:19 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf$891One-way1 transfer
- 2:22 AM5h02Stuttgart7:24 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf$941One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $389.
Distance: 209 miles (337 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$121 Average price | $474 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 22m Average total duration 14h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf:
A bus is $80 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf costing on average $121 (€99).
A bus is $433 (€354) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf costing on average $474 (€388).
Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen Hbf take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 56m.
Bus takes on average 14h 52m.
You'll arrive about 1h 10m sooner (4h 1m by train vs 5h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $121 (€99) compared to roughly $76 (€62) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:22 AM Stuttgart | 5h02 | 7:24 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 5:49 AM Stuttgart | 3h30 | 9:19 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
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Trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€68) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:49, the last at 08:49. The fastest train covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€68) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 7:49 AM |
Last train 8:49 AM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Stuttgart and Gelsenkirchen Hbf from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1
AccessibilityWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Café le Théatre
- Maison Banh Mi
- Bangkok Express
- Graf Eberhard
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Hansa Hotel
- Novum Hotel Boulevard
- Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
- Subway
- Café Madrid
- Shere Punjab
- Café del Sol
- Hotel St. Petrus
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