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The cheapest and fastest trains from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
346 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Fast trains
To travel from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen you need to make at least one change.
11:395h02
Erlangen16:41Gelsenkirchen
£791One-way
1 change
11:395h02
Erlangen16:41Gelsenkirchen
£791One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 346 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£79 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 13:09
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:39 Erlangen | 5h02 | 16:41 Gelsenkirchen | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen
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Trains from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £40 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 £40
Distance 346 km |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 18:09 |
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 £40
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Erlangen and Gelsenkirchen from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 2m
Cheapest Price
£79
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen train
FAQs: Travel by train from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen.
Two to three days in Gelsenkirchen should be sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Veltins-Arena, the Zoom Erlebniswelt zoo, and nearby industrial heritage sites.
To get from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen is 346 km.
Booking trains from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen covers a distance of 346 km and takes approximately 5h 2m. Trains run 2 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £79, while the average price tends to be around £79.
The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen is by coach, costing approximately £40.
The first train from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 5:03.
The train station in Erlangen that goes to Gelsenkirchen is Erlangen station, and it arrives at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Yes, you can take the train from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen.
The last train from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen departs at 18:09.
Trains from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen.
There is no night train service from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Erlangen and Gelsenkirchen
Erlangen
Gelsenkirchen
The major train station for departures in Erlangen is Erlangen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Erlangen for your trip from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:15 - 15:00
- Sunday: 09:15 - 15:00
Dining
- Basilikum
- Ilias
- Ristorante Carpaccio
- Goldene Sonne
Hotel
- NH Hotel
- A. B. Hotel
- Zeitwohnhaus
- Hotel Villa Soy
The major train station for arrivals in Gelsenkirchen is Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gelsenkirchen Hbf for your journey to Gelsenkirchen from Erlangen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Subway
- Café Madrid
- Shere Punjab
- Café del Sol
Hotel
- Hotel St. Petrus
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Dschingis Khan
- Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel
- Nikolaus Grill
- McDonald's
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