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Compare train, coach and flight for Geneva to Gelsenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, and a flight costs an average of £188.
Distance: 594 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£106 Average Price | £188 Average Price | £74 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 7m Average total duration 19h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £74 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:14, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 594 km distance in 8h 49m.
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 £74
Distance 594 km |
Average train duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 8h 49m |
First train 01:14 |
Last train 21:48 |
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 £74
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Gelsenkirchen from £74. 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
8h 49m
Cheapest Price
£72
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 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
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£197
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Geneva to Gelsenkirchen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gelsenkirchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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.
A day trip from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 49m. However, there are 8 trains per day covering the 594 km.
Booking trains from Geneva 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 Geneva to Gelsenkirchen is quite scenic, offering views of the Swiss Alps and picturesque countryside as you travel through Switzerland and parts of Germany.
The train distance from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen is 594 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £74, while the average price tends to be around £106.
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen is by coach, costing approximately £74.
The train journey from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen covers a distance of 594 km and takes approximately 8h 49m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train station in Geneva that goes to Gelsenkirchen is Geneva station, and it arrives at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
The first train from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 1:14.
To get from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The last train from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen departs at 21:48.
Yes, you can take the train from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen.
Trains from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen.
There is no night train service from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Gelsenkirchen
Geneva
Gelsenkirchen
The major train station for departures in Geneva is Genève. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Genève for your trip from Geneva to Gelsenkirchen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
Dining
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
Shower
- Cost CHF 10
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 532 places
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
Public transport options for Genève
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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 Geneva.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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
Gelsenkirchen Zoo
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Zum Bürgerplatz
- Pangung
- Pizzeria Avanti
- Star Chief Diner
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