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Trip Overview

The average train between Brussels and Gelsenkirchen takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Brussels 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.

3h 34m
Duration
305 km
Distance
€54
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Brussels to Gelsenkirchen train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Brussels and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 2:34 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 6:07 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)FlixTrain GmbH3h 36m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)FlixTrain GmbH3h 33m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)FlixTrain GmbH3h 36m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)FlixTrain GmbH3h 36m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)FlixTrain GmbH3h 33m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Brussels 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.

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  • Distance: 305.2 km
  • Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Koeln Hbf in around 2h 42m.

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