Basel to Gelsenkirchen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times and prices for 13 May

Cheapest price

£82

Average price

£92

Fastest journey

6 h 5 m

Average duration

6 h 17 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

440 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Basel to Gelsenkirchen will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.

Fast trains

To travel from Basel to Gelsenkirchen you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
12:206h05
Basel
18:25Gelsenkirchen
£821One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
13:066h27
Basel
19:33Gelsenkirchen
£971One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
17:076h18
Basel
23:25Gelsenkirchen
£971One-way
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Basel to Gelsenkirchen

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Trains from Basel to Gelsenkirchen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29
Distance
440 km
Average train duration
6h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Trains per day
7
Train providers
1
Fastest train
5h 12m
First train
07:13
Last train
08:13
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn trains Basel to Gelsenkirchen

Travel from Basel to Gelsenkirchen from £80 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Basel to Gelsenkirchen. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Train information from Basel to Gelsenkirchen with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 47 min
  • Cheapest Price: £80
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

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