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Trip Summary
You can pick from 111 daily train trips between Gelsenkirchen and Ansbach. The average train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Ansbach takes 7 hours and 8 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 217 mi (349 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 8m |
| Lowest price | $51.71 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Gelsenkirchen to Ansbach
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: C$51 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: C$51 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: C$51 one-way
Which train should you take from Gelsenkirchen to Ansbach?
There are 3 train lines with service from Gelsenkirchen to Ansbach. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 81 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 5 | 6h 0m | $101.37 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 81 | 7h 10m | $109.87 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 33 | 7h 17m | $102.89 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Ansbach start from $52, and on average cost . Daily there are 33 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Ansbach. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Gelsenkirchen leaves from Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen and 5 other stations. And in Ansbach trains arrive at Bahnhofsplatz .
From Gelsenkirchen to Ansbach train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Ansbach faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 8 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 43 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Ansbach.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Ansbach is approximately 217 miles, or 349 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 8 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Gelsenkirchen to Ansbach. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Gelsenkirchen at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 111 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ansbach to Gelsenkirchen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main departure station: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Gelsenkirchen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Süd
Gelsenkirchen Zoo
Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen
Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
Where is the train station in Ansbach?
Main arrival station: Bahnhofsplatz
Ansbach has one train station.
Train stations in Ansbach:
Bahnhofsplatz
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