Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | STR Airport | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Vaihingen Bf | Gelsenkirchen (ZOB) | Fastest |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 3 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.
How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen start from $48. The average price for this train route is around $68. 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 Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
The average train ride duration from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen is 3h 56m, covering a distance of 209 miles (337 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
The earliest train departs from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen at 6:26am. And the latest train departs at 6:26pm.
What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
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 Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen?
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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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on Apr 9, 2026 with a price of $96To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Gelsenkirchen, as early as possible.
