From Münster to Gelsenkirchen by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Münster to Gelsenkirchen by train. With 82 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost for travel between Münster and Gelsenkirchen

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €13.76, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 7 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Departure frequency and timetable from Münster to Gelsenkirchen

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Münster to Gelsenkirchen:

  • 00:07 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:10 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:07 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:09 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 10 minutes from Münster toward Gelsenkirchen.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 82 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Münster to Gelsenkirchen

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 38 minutes, spanning 62 kilometres in total.

When do tickets between Münster and Gelsenkirchen go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Münster and Gelsenkirchen 7 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Münster to Gelsenkirchen

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Gelsenkirchen city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Münster and Gelsenkirchen by train?

The total journey from Münster to Gelsenkirchen is 62 kilometres.

What is the Münster to Gelsenkirchen train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs €13.76. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Münster to Gelsenkirchen?

You can book your tickets 7 and a half months in advance for this route.

How long does the train take from Münster to Gelsenkirchen?

The fastest journey takes 38 minutes.