Train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin on 27 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,CheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:39 AM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 427, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    15carpool per day
    5h 10mAverage duration
    447 kmDistance
    19kgCO₂ emissions
    Average priceR 569 - R 1 604Average duration6h 45m
    11kg CO₂e
    Average priceR 415 - R 2 167Average duration4h 18m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average priceR 427 - R 1 044Average duration5h 10m
    19kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin by train

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

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

      The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin start from R 415. The average price for this train route is around R 1 542. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

      The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is 4h 18m, covering a distance of 448 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 43m and is operated by FlixTrain.

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

      Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.

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

      The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 20:04.

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

      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 Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

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

    7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

      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 Berlin?

      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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