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Trip Summary
6 trains operate daily from Emden to Gelsenkirchen. The train trip from Emden to Gelsenkirchen is usually about 4 hours and 3 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 127 mi (205 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 11m |
| Lowest price | £35.96 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Emden to Gelsenkirchen?
2 train services operate from Emden to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 4h 1m | £39.81 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 4h 9m | £35.96 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Emden to Gelsenkirchen start from £36, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Emden leaves from Außenhafen and one other station. And in Gelsenkirchen trains arrive at Gelsenkirchen-Hassel and one other train station.
From Emden to Gelsenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 9 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 3 hours and 11 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Emden and Gelsenkirchen is approximately 127 miles, or 205 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 11 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.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Emden to Gelsenkirchen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Emden at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 6 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 Emden.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Emden?
Main departure station: Außenhafen
There are two stations in Emden where you can board the train to Gelsenkirchen.
All train stations in Emden:
Außenhafen
Train Station
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
Gelsenkirchen receives travelers from Emden at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
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