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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Gütersloh to Gelsenkirchen. The train trip from Gütersloh to Gelsenkirchen is usually about 4 hours and 19 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 62 mi (99 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 19m |
| Lowest price | €19.87 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Gütersloh to Gelsenkirchen?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Gütersloh to Gelsenkirchen. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 1 | 4h 19m | €19.87 |
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 1 daily trips to Gelsenkirchen from Gütersloh. The train usually departs from Gütersloh Central Station in Gütersloh and arrives at Gelsenkirchen Hbf in Gelsenkirchen after about 4 hours and 19 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Gütersloh and Gelsenkirchen is approximately 62 miles, or 99 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 19 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 from Gütersloh to Gelsenkirchen are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Gütersloh at 11:00 and arrives in Gelsenkirchen around 4 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. 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 transfer 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 Gelsenkirchen to Gütersloh.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Gütersloh?
Main departure station: Gütersloh Central Station
There is one train station in Gütersloh.
All train stations in Gütersloh:
Gütersloh Central Station
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Gelsenkirchen has one train station.
Train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
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