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Trip Summary
There are 31 daily trains from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen. Traveling by train from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen usually takes around 3 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 2 hours and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 138 mi (222 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 28m |
| Lowest price | €18.62 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen
- DB Intercity tickets: €28 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: €19 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: €19 one-way
Which train should you take from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 21 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 2h 38m | €27.98 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 9 | 3h 44m | €38.59 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 21 | 3h 51m | €32.48 |
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 Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen start from €19, and on average cost . Daily there are 21 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Osterholz-Scharmbeck leaves from Train Station . And in Gelsenkirchen trains arrive at Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord and 5 other train stations.
From Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 51 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 2 hours and 28 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen. 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 Osterholz-Scharmbeck at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 31 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Gelsenkirchen. 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 Osterholz-Scharmbeck?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Osterholz-Scharmbeck.
All train stations in Osterholz-Scharmbeck:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
There are more train stations and stops in Gelsenkirchen than most cities. Most trains from Osterholz-Scharmbeck will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
Gelsenkirchen Zoo
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Süd
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen
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