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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Soest to Gelsenkirchen. Traveling by train from Soest to Gelsenkirchen usually takes around 2 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 44m |
| Lowest price | £17.22 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Soest to Gelsenkirchen?
2 train services operate from Soest to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 10 | 2h 20m | £28.78 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 8 | 2h 25m | £26.45 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Soest to Gelsenkirchen start from £26, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Soest leaves from Train Station . And in Gelsenkirchen trains arrive at Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord and one other train station.
From Soest to Gelsenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 25 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 1 hours and 44 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 60 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Gelsenkirchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Soest to Gelsenkirchen are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Soest at 02:00 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 12 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 Soest.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Soest?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Soest.
All train stations in Soest:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
Gelsenkirchen receives travelers from Soest at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
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