Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£71

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£98

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

3 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h 41 m

Trains on 18 Sept

6

Distance

336 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain
    8:1412h35
    Stuttgart
    20:49Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    £711One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1012 · ICE 1020
    8:264h37
    Stuttgart Hbf
    13:03Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    £941One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 612 · IC 2047 · ICE 200
    9:494h14
    Stuttgart Hbf
    14:03Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    £941One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 692 · ICE 202
    8:493h17
    Stuttgart Hbf
    12:06Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    £1041One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1012
    8:263h01
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:27Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    £1041One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £211.

Distance: 336 km

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Coach
Flight
Driving

£59

Average Price

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£211

Average Price

£57

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 10m

Average total duration

8h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 47m

Average total duration

3h 47m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is a coach with an average price of £33.

This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen:

A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen costing on average £59.

A coach is £177 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen costing on average £211.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 47m.

Coach takes on average 8h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Gelsenkirchen including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 16m sooner (3h 42m by train vs 4h 58m by car). Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen train times

The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain8:14 Stuttgart
12h35
20:49 Gelsenkirchen Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1012
Delayed
8:26 Stuttgart Hbf
3h01
9:29 9:29Gelsenkirchen Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1012 · ICE 1020
Delayed
8:26 Stuttgart Hbf
4h37
11:08 11:08Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 692 · ICE 202
Delayed
8:49 Stuttgart Hbf
3h17
10:09 10:09Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 612 · IC 2047 · ICE 200
Delayed
9:49 Stuttgart Hbf
4h14
12:09 12:09Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 612 · ICE 1020
Delayed
9:49 Stuttgart Hbf
3h14
11:08 11:08Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1010
On time
10:26 Stuttgart Hbf
3h01
13:27 Gelsenkirchen Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1010 · ICE 926+VIAS Rail GmbH52256
On time
10:26 Stuttgart Hbf
4h53
15:19 Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 690 · ICE 200
Delayed
10:49 Stuttgart Hbf
3h14
12:09 12:09Gelsenkirchen Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 610 · IC 2045 · ICE 108
Delayed
11:49 Stuttgart Hbf
4h17
14:09 14:09Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 610 · ICE 926+VIAS Rail GmbH52256
On time
11:49 Stuttgart Hbf
3h30
15:19 Gelsenkirchen Hbf
2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen

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Trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 336 km distance in 3h 23m.

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 £26
Distance
336 km
Average train duration
3h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
3h 23m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:20
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Best time to book
14 days
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 £26

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Stuttgart and Gelsenkirchen from £26. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£26
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • WC
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • WC

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
3h 17m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£58
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
11 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
3h 32m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£169
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day

Complete guide to Gelsenkirchen

Things to do in Gelsenkirchen

Discover the best of Gelsenkirchen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gelsenkirchen trip today.

  • Recommended

Kunstmuseum Gelsenkirchen

Art museum with modern and contemporary works and changing exhibitions. A rewarding stop for strong architecture, focused displays and a central location.

  • Recommended

Schalke Museum

Museum dedicated to FC Schalke 04 with trophies, memorabilia and club history. A popular visit for football supporters and visitors curious about local culture.

Schlossmuseum Horst

Museum in Schloss Horst covering local history and archaeology. Visit for the Renaissance setting, historical collections and insight into the region’s past.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transport and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.

FAQs: Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen covers a distance of 336 km and takes approximately 3h 23m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is 336 km.
The first train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen departs at 23:20.
Trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Stuttgart and Gelsenkirchen. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen.
The train station in Stuttgart that goes to Gelsenkirchen is Stuttgart Hbf, and it arrives at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is by coach, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the lush landscapes of the Swabian Jura and parts of the Ruhr region's industrial heritage. It is not primarily known for being particularly scenic compared to other routes in Germany.
A day trip from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 23m and the distance is 336 km. However, there are 10 train journeys available per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Gelsenkirchen

Most Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Gelsenkirchen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Stuttgart
Arrival train stations in Gelsenkirchen

Which Stuttgart station do trains to Gelsenkirchen leave from?

Trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen leave from Stuttgart Hbf. The station is from Stuttgart city centre at Arnulf-Klett-Platz 2, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany.
Stuttgart HbfArnulf-Klett-Platz 2, 70173 Stuttgart, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre

Bus42, 40 · 3m · every ~25 min
SubwayU9, U1 · 1m · £3 · every ~25 min

Stuttgart Hbf train station facilities and services

Stuttgart Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.

Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof)70173 Stuttgart, GermanyAccessibility

Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) train station facilities and services

Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).

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