The average train between Essen and Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 8 min and the fastest train takes 7 min. There is a train service every few hours from Essen 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.
Trains run hourly between Essen and Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:40 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen Hbf at 8:49 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.
Essen to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Essen to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Essen and Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 8.3 km. The road distance is 10 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 8 min. Three other operators also service this route.