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Gelsenkirchen to Munich trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Gelsenkirchen and Munich takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Gelsenkirchen to Munich. 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 35m
Duration
660 km
Distance
€140
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Gelsenkirchen to Munich train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Gelsenkirchen and Munich. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gelsenkirchen is at 6:25 PM which arrives into Munich at 11:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    train train 5h 16m • Direct

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    train train 5h 32m • Direct
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    train train 5h 10m • Direct
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    train train 5h 32m • Direct
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    train train 5h 31m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    train train 6h 22m • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    train train 6h 22m • Direct

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 6h 22m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 6h 22m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 6h 22m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 660.2 km
  • Duration: 5h 35m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to München Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €120–240 and the journey takes 5h 31m. MSM Partyzug also services this route once a week.

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