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Trip Overview

The train between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 1h 6m. There is at least one train per day from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf. 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 6m
Duration
89 km
Distance
€15
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train times

Trains run once daily between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 3:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen Hbf at 12:11 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 1h 10m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 6m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 6m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 89 km
  • Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Gelsenkirchen Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Koeln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €14–28 and the journey takes 54 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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