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Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Gelsenkirchen and Hamburg takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 16m
Duration
358 km
Distance
€55
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Gelsenkirchen and Hamburg. The earliest departure is at 5:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gelsenkirchen is at 6:09 PM which arrives into Hamburg at 9:32 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 3h 23m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 3h 11m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 3h 16m • Direct
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    train train 3h 11m • Direct
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    train train 3h 27m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 11m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Hamburg? 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.

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  • Distance: 357.8 km
  • Duration: 3h 16m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–120 and the journey takes 3h 7m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route once daily.

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