Train from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Dresden to Gelsenkirchen on December 26
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Dresden Neustadt Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Dresden Hbf
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Dresden Neustadt Train Station
Gelsenkirchen HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn
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Dresden Hbf
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn
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Dresden Neustadt Train Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
10h 5mAverage Duration
465 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$50 - $60Average Duration10h 5m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$49 - $181Average Duration7h 39m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen start at $49. The average price for this train route is around $105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?

    The average train trip from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen takes 7h 39m and covers 464 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 29m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Dresden to Gelsenkirchen route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?

    The earliest train from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen departs at 6:10am. The latest train departs at 9:23pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dresden to Gelsenkirchen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden 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.

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