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Trip Summary
There are 10 daily trains from Meppen to Gelsenkirchen. Traveling by train from Meppen to Gelsenkirchen usually takes around 2 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest DB Intercity train can make the trip in one hour and 42 minutes.
| Distance | 82 mi (132 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 42m |
| Lowest price | $27.24 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Meppen to Gelsenkirchen
- DB Intercity tickets: C$28 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: C$28 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: C$30 one-way
Which train should you take from Meppen to Gelsenkirchen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Meppen to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 9 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 2 | 1h 47m | $28.98 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 9 | 2h 22m | $37.55 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 2h 39m | $44.94 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Meppen to Gelsenkirchen start from $30, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Meppen leaves from Train Station . And in Gelsenkirchen trains arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf and 4 other train stations.
From Meppen to Gelsenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Gelsenkirchen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 42 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Meppen to Gelsenkirchen tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Meppen at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 10 scheduled trains on most days. 5 of these are direct connections to Gelsenkirchen. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Gelsenkirchen to Meppen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Meppen?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Meppen.
All train stations in Meppen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Gelsenkirchen Zoo
There are more train stations and stops in Gelsenkirchen than most cities. Most trains from Meppen will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen Zoo
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Süd
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
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