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Trip Summary
48 trains operate daily from Kehl to Gelsenkirchen. The train trip from Kehl to Gelsenkirchen is usually about 6 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 33 minutes.
Distance | 206 mi (331 km) |
Fastest train | 5h 0m |
Lowest price | £46.48 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Kehl to Gelsenkirchen?
2 train services operate from Kehl to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 40 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 8 | 5h 24m | £81.85 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 40 | 6h 32m | £81.86 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kehl to Gelsenkirchen start from £46, and on average cost . Daily there are 40 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Kehl leaves from Kork . And in Gelsenkirchen trains arrive at Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord and 2 other train stations.
From Kehl to Gelsenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 32 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 5 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kehl and Gelsenkirchen is approximately 206 miles, or 331 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 33 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.
Trains departing from Kehl to Gelsenkirchen tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Kehl at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 48 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 Gelsenkirchen to Kehl.
City Information
Kehl
Kehl is a town in the southwestern region of Germany, on the banks of the river Rhine. This scenic town is a gateway to the larger city of Strasbourg, France, on the opposite bank of the river. Several bridges connect the two cities, but the Passerelle des Deux Rives is the one to cross if you can. This pedestrian-only bridge starts in the beautiful Rhine Promenade in Kehl, connecting to another park in Strasbourg. While the bridge offers nice river views, the Weißtannenturm Kehl is an observation tower that offers panoramic views of the entire town.
Kehl is a small town, but its location near the border between France and Germany means it offers a great mix of traditional German and French cuisine. The most notable eateries in the city are Alte Zunft Kehl and Zur Traube.
Deutsche Bahn trains provide most ground travel to and from Kehl, with routes to Cologne, Berlin, Munich, and more. FlixBus offers coach service throughout Germany and to other countries in Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kehl?
Main departure station: Kork
There is one train station in Kehl.
All train stations in Kehl:
Kork
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
There are more train stations and stops in Gelsenkirchen than most cities. Most trains from Kehl will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Süd
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
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