The average train between Berlin and Gelsenkirchen takes 6h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Berlin and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 3:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamm and take an average of 6h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 51m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hbf station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station via Hamm station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.
Berlin to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
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The distance between Berlin and Gelsenkirchen is 446.6 km. The road distance is 516 km.
You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Hamm and Hamm(Westf)Hbf in around 3h 51m.