Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen.
Busbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to GelsenkirchenAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview
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Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the ticket access. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at $38
Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on Aug 7, 2025 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $93 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-08-07.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Gelsenkirchen you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Frankfurt am Main and Gelsenkirchen compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
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Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
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