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Trip Summary
There are usually 24 daily train trips available from Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen. Traveling by train from Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen usually takes 14 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 11 hours and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 516 mi (830 km) |
| Fastest train | 11h 41m |
| Lowest price | $73.94 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen?
2 train services operate from Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 11 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 13 | 13h 14m | $168.77 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 11 | 15h 52m | $121.35 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen start from $74, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gelsenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Zabrze leaves from Train Station . And in Gelsenkirchen trains arrive at Gelsenkirchen-Hassel and 2 other train stations.
From Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 15 hours and 52 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 11 hours and 41 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 15 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Gelsenkirchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Zabrze and Gelsenkirchen is approximately 516 miles, or 830 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 41 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 Zabrze to Gelsenkirchen 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 Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Zabrze at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 24 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 Zabrze.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Zabrze?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Zabrze.
All train stations in Zabrze:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
There are more train stations and stops in Gelsenkirchen than most cities. Most trains from Zabrze will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Gelsenkirchen:
All train stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
Gelsenkirchen-Buer Süd
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