The average train between Dortmund and Gelsenkirchen-Schalke takes 43 min and the fastest train takes 37 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke. 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 every 30 minutes between Dortmund and Gelsenkirchen-Schalke. The earliest departure is at 3:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen-Schalke at 12:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Gelsenkirchen Hbf and take an average of 43 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen-Schalke station via Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.
Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Grillostr. station.
The distance between Dortmund and Gelsenkirchen-Schalke is 26.1 km. The road distance is 33 km.
Bogestra operates a vehicle from Bochum Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Grillostr. every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €1–3 and the journey takes 40 min.
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