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Trip Summary
105 trains operate daily from Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn. The train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn is usually about 9 hours and 8 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 308 mi (495 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 11m |
| Lowest price | £35.77 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn
- DB Intercity tickets: £63 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: £35 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: £35 one-way
Which train should you take from Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn?
There are 3 train lines with service from Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 55 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 8h 8m | £62.67 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 55 | 8h 43m | £82.42 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 49 | 9h 39m | £71.07 |
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 Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn start from £36, and on average cost . Daily there are 49 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Dornbirn. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Gelsenkirchen leaves from Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen and one other station. And in Dornbirn trains arrive at Central Station .
From Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 9 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Dornbirn faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 11 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Dornbirn is approximately 308 miles, or 495 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Gelsenkirchen at 00:00 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 105 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Gelsenkirchen to Dornbirn. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main departure station: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
There are two stations in Gelsenkirchen where you can board the train to Dornbirn.
All train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen
Where is the train station in Dornbirn?
Main arrival station: Central Station
Dornbirn has one train station.
Train stations in Dornbirn:
Central Station
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