Trains tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Gelsenkirchen
    Departure location: Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Gelsenkirchen
    Departure location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Gelsenkirchen
    Departure location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Gelsenkirchen
    Departure location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Gelsenkirchen
    Departure location: Gelsenkirchen Hbf
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: Regional-Express + InterCity
    Regional-Express + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig.

Average Price$64 - $64Average Duration10h 25m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$80 - $191Average Duration5h 49m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 5 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17train per day
5h 49mAverage Duration
$80Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$99
Average train trip duration5h 49m
Number of daily trains17
Earliest train departure6:04am
Distance228 miles (367 km)
Latest train departure8:32pm

Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig Train

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig was searched and found on Aug 15, 2025 with a price of $63

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

You can expect to pay from $63 to $63 for a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-08-15.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Leipzig, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Gelsenkirchen and Leipzig, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

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