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Gelsenkirchen to Berlin trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Gelsenkirchen and Berlin takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 9m
Duration
490 km
Distance
€85
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Gelsenkirchen to Berlin train times

Trains run twice daily between Gelsenkirchen and Berlin. The earliest departure is at 12:24 AM at night, and the last departure from Gelsenkirchen is at 5:27 PM which arrives into Berlin at 10:40 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 5h 15m • Direct
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    train train 5h 15m • Direct
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    train train 5h 13m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 5h 13m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 5h 13m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 5h 15m • Direct
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    train train 5h 13m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 5h 15m • Direct
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    train train 4h 21m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 5h 15m • Direct
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    train train 5h 13m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 5h 15m • Direct
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    train train 5h 13m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 490.1 km
  • Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Berlin, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Berlin Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €80–180 and the journey takes 3h 45m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route twice daily.

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