Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Gelsenkirchen Hbf | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 20 hours and with fares starting at just €42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen start from €42. The average price for this train route is around €72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is 3h 56m, covering a distance of 337 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 18:26.
Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of €40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €40 to €155 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €40, which is on 2026-01-30.