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Offenbach to Gelsenkirchen train

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Offenbach - Gelsenkirchen Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 99 daily trains from Offenbach to Gelsenkirchen. Traveling by train from Offenbach to Gelsenkirchen usually takes around 3 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance123 mi (198 km)
Fastest train2h 40m
Lowest price£27.93
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines1

Which train should you take from Offenbach to Gelsenkirchen?

Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Offenbach to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are 99 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn993h 44m£53.43

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Offenbach and Gelsenkirchen is approximately 123 miles, or 198 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 40 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Offenbach to Gelsenkirchen. 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 Offenbach at 01:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 99 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 Offenbach.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Offenbach?

Main departure station: Central Train Station

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Offenbach where you can board the train.

All train stations in Offenbach:

  • Central Train Station

  • Offenbach(Main)Ost

  • Offenbach(Main) Ledermuseum

  • Offenbach(Main) Kaiserlei

Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?

Main arrival station: Gelsenkirchen-Hassel

Gelsenkirchen receives travelers from Offenbach at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Gelsenkirchen:

  • Gelsenkirchen-Hassel

  • Gelsenkirchen Hbf

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