The average train between Budapest and Gelsenkirchen takes 13h 58m and the fastest train takes 13h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest 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 3 times a day between Budapest and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 3:55 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 7:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Muenchen Hbf and take an average of 13h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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15h 13m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Budapest 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 Budapest to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen station via Muenchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 58m.
Budapest to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Budapest to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Budapest and Gelsenkirchen is 969.2 km. The road distance is 1,363 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Muenchen Hbf and München Hbf in around 12h 44m.