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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen
Cheapest price on Oct 26
€40
Average ticket price on Oct 26
€40
Fastest journey on Oct 26
27 m
Average journey duration on Oct 26
31 m
Trains on Oct 26
5
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Mon, Oct 26, we found 5 trains from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 26 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Mon, Oct 26 the slowest trains will take 39 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.
898707:03 AM0h27Dortmund Hbf7:30 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way0 transfers- 312476:33 AM0h27Dortmund Hbf7:00 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- 22026 · 101116:45 AM0h39Dortmund Hbf7:24 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
- 898686:03 AM0h27Dortmund Hbf6:30 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- S26:18 AM0h35Dortmund Hbf6:53 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- 898707:03 AM0h27Dortmund Hbf7:30 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- 312476:33 AM0h27Dortmund Hbf7:00 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- 898686:03 AM0h27Dortmund Hbf6:30 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- S26:18 AM0h35Dortmund Hbf6:53 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- 22026 · 101116:45 AM0h39Dortmund Hbf7:24 AMGelsenkirchen Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen
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Trains from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 17m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen trains for today, Sunday, October 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:03 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 3:30 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
.png) | 3:18 PM Dortmund | 0h35 | 3:53 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:33 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 4:00 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:03 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 4:30 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:18 PM Dortmund | 0h35 | 4:53 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:33 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 5:00 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:03 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 5:30 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:18 PM Dortmund | 0h35 | 5:53 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:33 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 6:00 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:03 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 6:30 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:18 PM Dortmund | 0h35 | 6:53 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:33 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 7:00 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:03 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 7:30 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:18 PM Dortmund | 0h35 | 7:53 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:33 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 8:00 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:03 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 8:30 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:18 PM Dortmund | 0h35 | 8:53 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:33 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 9:00 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:03 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 9:30 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:18 PM Dortmund | 0h35 | 9:53 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:33 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 10:00 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:03 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 10:30 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:18 PM Dortmund | 0h35 | 10:53 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:33 PM Dortmund | 0h27 | 11:00 PM Gelsenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, October 26 | |||||
| 89868 | 6:03 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h27 | 6:30 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S2 | 6:18 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h35 | 6:53 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 31247 | 6:33 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h27 | 7:00 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 22026 · 10111 | 6:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h39 | 7:24 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 89870 | 7:03 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h27 | 7:30 AM Gelsenkirchen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
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FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen
Most Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Gelsenkirchen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains to Gelsenkirchen leave from?
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf train station facilities and services
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Getting to Dortmund Signal Iduna Park from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park train station facilities and services
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park 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 and drink
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Which Gelsenkirchen station do trains from Dortmund arrive at?
Getting to Gelsenkirchen Hbf from Gelsenkirchen city centre
Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelsenkirchen Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.
Getting to Wanne-Eickel Hbf from Gelsenkirchen city centre
Wanne-Eickel Hbf is 3 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Wanne-Eickel Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Dschingis Khan, Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel, Nikolaus Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. ATMs are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Information desks are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
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