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Mainz to Gelsenkirchen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Mainz 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.

2h 33m
Duration
281 km
Distance
€64
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Frankfurt

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  1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain train 47 / ...
2h 37m
€49–192

Mainz to Gelsenkirchen train times

Trains run hourly between Mainz and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 4:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 3:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Mainz to Gelsenkirchen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 281.1 km
  • Duration: 2h 33m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–180 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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