To Gelsenkirchen by train
With ICE International
Quickly to the heart of Gelsenkirchen
- From € 30 one-way trip with ICE International
- Travel time Amsterdam - Dortmund: hrs
- Tip! Early booking = lowest prices
Discover the diverse city of Gelsenkirchen: industrial history, football culture, green parks, art and shopping opportunities. Walk through the Nordsternpark, a recreational area on the site of an old coal mine. Or stroll through the Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas market) in the centre of Gelsenkirchen in winter, with cosy stalls and activities.
Travel information Gelsenkirchen
With the international train ICE International, you can travel with Amsterdam Central Station and just change trains once in Oberhausen to get to Gelsenkirchen. During your trip you will have all you need to have a pleasant journey and relax in a comfortable chair.
Overview travel time Gelsenkirchen
| Route | Travel time | Transfer(s) | Header | Header |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam - Gelsenkirchen | 2.20 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Groningen - Gelsenkirchen | 3.39 | 3 | Content | Content |
| Utrecht - Gelsenkirchen | 1.54 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Rotterdam - Gelsenkirchen | 2.38 | 2 | Content | Content |
| Eindhoven - Gelsenkirchen | 2.06 | 2 | Content | Content |
| Maastricht - Gelsenkirchen | 2.24 | 2 | Content | Content |
| Nijmegen - Gelsenkirchen | 1.45 | 2 | Content | Content |
For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner
Prices train tickets Gelsenkirchen
ICE International offers different fare types for your journey. You can choose the Flexpreis, Sparpreis or Supersparpreis Europa rate. Each rate has its own conditions.
The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings
Options flexibility ICE International
Supersparpreis Europa
- Always the lowest rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes and cancellations not possible
Sparpreis Europa
- Low rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes and cancellations possible at a cost
Flexpreis Europa
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes or cancellations free of charge (except for reservation costs)
- City Ticket included*
*City Ticket: In a significant number of German cities free tickets from/to station with local transport
Find out everything about ICE International and Intercity Berlin rates here
Book in advance and save money
Do you already know what day and time you want to travel? Then choose for a Supersparpreis Europa rate: the best rate for the price-conscious travellers. You will not be able to cancel or rebook the ticket.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Practical information train to Gelsenkirchen
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Facilities on board
Read more about all the facilities on board, so that you can make your trip as comfortable as possible.
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View the itinerary planner and app
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed of the possible changes.
Free access to the lounges
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam.
Seat reservation
It is not mandatory to reserve a seat. We do, however, advise you to do so. You will receive a confirmation of your seat reservation stating the carriage number and seat number.
Do you have a train ticket between the Netherlands and Germany without a seat reservation? And want to make sure you can sit down? Then you can reserve a seat online.
Seat reservation 1st class
When booking a first class full-flex ticket, the seat reservation costs are included in the price of your ticket.
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