The average train between Genk and Gelsenkirchen takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Genk to Gelsenkirchen. 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 Genk and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genk is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Landen and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Genk to Gelsenkirchen? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Genk to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Genk station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen station via Landen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Genk to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.
Genk to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Genk to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Genk and Gelsenkirchen is 126.3 km. The road distance is 290 km.
You can take a train from Genk to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Landen, Liege-Guillemins, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 29m.