How much is the train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

The average train ride duration from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 275 miles (443 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Gelsenkirchen to Berlin route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

The earliest train departs from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin at 10:09am. And the latest train departs at 10:09am.

What 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 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain , with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Train Gelsenkirchen to Berlin from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Berlin on April 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	7:49pm	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	5h 38m	1:27am	Berlin Hbf	No tags
	Train	1:48pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	8h 36m	10:24pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	7:10am	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	4h 14m	11:24am	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	1:59pm	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	4h 16m	6:15pm	Berlin Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	2:29pm	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	4h 20m	6:49pm	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

5h 32mAverage Duration

275 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $51	Average Duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $24	Average Duration5h 32m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/525 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?
The average train ride duration from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 275 miles (443 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Gelsenkirchen to Berlin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?
The earliest train departs from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin at 10:09am. And the latest train departs at 10:09am.
What 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 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveler 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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The cheapest trip from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin was searched and found on Apr 9, 2026 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $29 for a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2026-04-09.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 45m	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 32m	Avg Price$24	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h	Avg Price$49	Daily Departures9

The best way to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Berlin is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $24 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $23. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Berlin, choose the train, as it will take you from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin in about 5h - that's the fastest way to get there!