Train from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixTrainTrain
    Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Dresden Central StationNo tags
    FlixTrainTrain
      Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
      Dresden Neustadt StationNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
      Train
      Gelsenkirchen Hbf
      Dresden Neustadt Train StationNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
      Train
      Gelsenkirchen Hbf
      Dresden Neustadt Train StationNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
      Train
      Gelsenkirchen Hbf
      Dresden HbfNo tags

      Compare 2 ways to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 10 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1bus per day
      10h 35mAverage duration
      288 milesDistance
      12kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price£33 - £41Average duration10h 35m
      12kg CO₂e
      Average price£63 - £85Average duration6h 21m
      11kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden by train

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

      1. How much does a train ticket cost from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden?

        The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden start from £63. 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.

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

        The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden is 6h 21m, covering a distance of 288 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 24m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

        Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

        The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 13:50.

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

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

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

        According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

      7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Gelsenkirchen to Dresden?

        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 Gelsenkirchen to Dresden?

        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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