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Bonn to Gelsenkirchen trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Bonn and Gelsenkirchen takes 1h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Bonn 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.

1h 20m
Duration
120 km
Distance
€23
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bonn to Gelsenkirchen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Bonn and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 12:45 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Bonn is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 12:05 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 120.1 km
  • Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Bonn, Germany and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bonn Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €19–45 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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