The average train between Berlin and Gelsenkirchen takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Berlin and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 5:13 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.
Berlin to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Berlin to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and FlixTrain GmbH.
The distance between Berlin and Gelsenkirchen is 446.6 km. The road distance is 490 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €85–390 and the journey takes 3h 45m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.