Frankfurt Airport to Gelsenkirchen train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Frankfurt Airport to Gelsenkirchen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport to Gelsenkirchen take around 1 hour and 41 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 192 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Frankfurt Airport is scheduled to depart at around  04:58. The last departure is usually at around 23:41 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Frankfurt Airport at around 03:23, with the last train leaving at around 22:09. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 26 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$123.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Gelsenkirchen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Gelsenkirchen.

Is there a direct train from Frankfurt Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

The journey between Frankfurt Airport and Gelsenkirchen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Frankfurt Airport to Gelsenkirchen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Frankfurt Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

The Frankfurt Airport to Gelsenkirchen train travel takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Frankfurt Airport to Gelsenkirchen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gelsenkirchen leaving Frankfurt Airport at around 04:58 and the last train leaving at around 23:41 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Frankfurt Airport at around 03:23, with the final departure at 22:09.