Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Gelsenkirchen to Zabrze. The train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Zabrze is usually about 21 hours and 53 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest FlixTrain train can get you there in as little as 20 hours and 29 minutes.
| Distance | 516 mi (830 km) |
| Fastest train | 20h 29m |
| Lowest price | £43.92 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Gelsenkirchen to Zabrze?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Gelsenkirchen to Zabrze. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 2 | 21h 54m | £70.27 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 2 daily trips to Zabrze from Gelsenkirchen. The train usually departs from Gelsenkirchen Hbf in Gelsenkirchen and arrives at Drogowa Trasa Średnicowa in Zabrze after about 21 hours and 54 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Zabrze is approximately 516 miles, or 830 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 21 hours and 53 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 20 hours and 29 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 Gelsenkirchen to Zabrze tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. 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 Gelsenkirchen at 11:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Gelsenkirchen twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main departure station: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
There is one train station in Gelsenkirchen.
All train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Where is the train station in Zabrze?
Main arrival station: Drogowa Trasa Średnicowa
Zabrze has one train station.
Train stations in Zabrze:
Drogowa Trasa Średnicowa
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading coach and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.
Book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more