1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
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
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.
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.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain
ICE 1012 · ICE 1020
ICE 612 · IC 2047 · ICE 200
ICE 692 · ICE 202
ICE 1012
ICE 1012
ICE 612 · ICE 1020
ICE 692 · ICE 202
ICE 612 · IC 2047 · ICE 200
ICE 1012 · ICE 1020Omio 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
Most popular Train | 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 + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 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 | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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.
Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 47m.
Coach takes on average 8h 40m.
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.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 8:14 Stuttgart | 12h35 | 20:49 Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1012 | Delayed 8:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h01 | 9:29 9:29Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 | Delayed 8:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h37 | 11:08 11:08Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202 | Delayed 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h17 | 10:09 10:09Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 612 · IC 2047 · ICE 200 | Delayed 9:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h14 | 12:09 12:09Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 612 · ICE 1020 | Delayed 9:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h14 | 11:08 11:08Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1010 | On time 10:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h01 | 13:27 Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 926+ 52256 | On time 10:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h53 | 15:19 Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 690 · ICE 200 | Delayed 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h14 | 12:09 12:09Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 610 · IC 2045 · ICE 108 | Delayed 11:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h17 | 14:09 14:09Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 610 · ICE 926+ 52256 | 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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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.
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 |
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Discover the best of Gelsenkirchen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gelsenkirchen trip today.
Art museum with modern and contemporary works and changing exhibitions. A rewarding stop for strong architecture, focused displays and a central location.
Museum dedicated to FC Schalke 04 with trophies, memorabilia and club history. A popular visit for football supporters and visitors curious about local culture.
Museum in Schloss Horst covering local history and archaeology. Visit for the Renaissance setting, historical collections and insight into the region’s past.
Extensive park on a former industrial site with canals, paths, public art and event spaces. It is ideal for a relaxed walk and seeing Ruhr regeneration.
Large landscaped grounds around Schloss Horst with water features and walking paths. A pleasant place for a quiet stroll beside a historic setting.
Popular local park with woodland, lawns and play areas. It offers an easy outdoor break and shows a greener side of Gelsenkirchen beyond industry.
A hearty potato soup from the Ruhr area, often with vegetables and sausages. It is a classic comfort dish long linked with mining families.
Mashed potatoes mixed with applesauce and traditionally served with black pudding or fried sausage. A well-known homestyle dish in western Germany.
Pickled herring fillets in a tart marinade, often served with potatoes. It reflects the strong northern and western German taste for preserved fish.
Refined restaurant in an elegant setting, known for modern German and international cooking with a more formal dining feel.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant serving hearty German and Ruhr classics in a lively, rustic setting near the city centre.
Well-known local venue for classic German dishes and seasonal plates, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to a traditional meal.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transport and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
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.
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Gelsenkirchen Hbf -> Bahnhofstraße, Gelsenkirchen
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.

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.
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 options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelsenkirchen 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 options include: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.
Wanne-Eickel Hbf is 3 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Wanne-Eickel Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dschingis Khan, Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel, Nikolaus Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. ATMs are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Information desks are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
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