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Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken on September 30
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Compare 2 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken.

Average Price$32 - $32Average Duration9h 25m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$37 - $201Average Duration5h 8m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Saarbrücken. The journey takes about 5 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day
5h 8mAverage Duration
$37Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$87
Average train trip duration5h 8m
Number of daily trains10
Earliest train departure6:09am
Distance157 miles (252 km)
Latest train departure10:35pm

Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken was searched and found on Sep 29, 2025 with a price of $92

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $92 to $147 for a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $92 which is on 2025-10-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken 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.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Saarbrücken, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Gelsenkirchen and Saarbrücken 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.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Saarbrücken while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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