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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 21 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Amsterdam Centraal
    Arrival time: August 21 at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 21 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Amsterdam Centraal
    Arrival time: August 21 at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 21 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Amsterdam Centraal
    Arrival time: August 21 at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: InterCity + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn
    InterCity + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 21 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Amsterdam Centraal
    Arrival time: August 21 at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 21 at
    Departure city: Amsterdam
    Departure location: Amsterdam Centraal
    Arrival time: August 21 at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Operated by: InterCity + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn
    InterCity + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

Average PriceUS$37 - US$48Average Duration7h 50m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average PriceUS$26 - US$143Average Duration4h 24m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$23 - US$28Average Duration2h 10m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 10mAverage Duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$76
Average train trip duration4h 24m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure6:00am
Distance180 km
Latest train departure8:11pm

Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Amsterdam - Gelsenkirchen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen is US$76. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

    A train trip between Amsterdam and Gelsenkirchen is around 4h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 180 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Amsterdam and Gelsenkirchen?

    The number of trains from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

    When taking the train from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on Aug 23, 2025 with a price of US$72

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$133 for a train ticket from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72 which is on 2025-08-23.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Amsterdam and Gelsenkirchen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Gelsenkirchen.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Gelsenkirchen, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Amsterdam and Gelsenkirchen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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