Utrecht to Gelsenkirchen train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Utrecht to Gelsenkirchen take around 1 hour and 36 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 152 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Utrecht is scheduled to depart at around  05:53. The last departure is usually at around 21:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Utrecht at around 01:54, with the last train leaving at around 21:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$114.50.

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 Utrecht to Gelsenkirchen?

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

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

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Utrecht to Gelsenkirchen?

The Utrecht to Gelsenkirchen train travel takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Utrecht to Gelsenkirchen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gelsenkirchen leaving Utrecht at around 05:53 and the last train leaving at around 21:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Utrecht at around 01:54, with the final departure at 21:54.