What is the best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Trains to Frankfurt am Main from Gelsenkirchen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Frankfurt am Main from Gelsenkirchen?
You can reach Frankfurt am Main with just £16 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Deutsche Bahn3h 59m020:39GelsenkirchenCentral Station00:38Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 20:39:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 00:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 28m022:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station02:02Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 22:34:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 02:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 20m019:31GelsenkirchenCentral Station21:51Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 19:31:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 01/04/2026 21:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 33m022:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station05:07Frankfurt am MainWest Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 22:34:00 to West Train Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 05:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 33m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 54m020:39GelsenkirchenCentral Station00:33Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 20:39:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 00:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 54m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 27m001:31GelsenkirchenCentral Station06:58Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 01:31:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 06:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 57m017:59GelsenkirchenCentral Station22:56Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 17:59:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 22:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 57m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 27m019:31GelsenkirchenCentral Station21:58Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 19:31:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 21:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 24m020:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station23:58Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 20:34:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 23:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 26m004:04GelsenkirchenCentral Station07:30Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 04:04:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 07:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 41m021:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport23:43Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 21:02:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 05/04/2026 23:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 3m023:03Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport01:06Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 23:03:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 01:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 3m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 28m002:36Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:04Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 02:36:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 05/04/2026 07:04:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 43m005:40Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport09:23Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 05:40:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 05/04/2026 09:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 46m003:32Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:18Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 03:32:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 05/04/2026 07:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 46m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?
You can get to Frankfurt am Main from Gelsenkirchen in just 2h 3m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn2h 20m019:31GelsenkirchenCentral Station21:51Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 19:31:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 01/04/2026 21:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 28m022:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station02:02Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 22:34:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 02:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 54m020:39GelsenkirchenCentral Station00:33Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 20:39:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 00:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 54m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 59m020:39GelsenkirchenCentral Station00:38Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 20:39:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 00:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 33m022:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station05:07Frankfurt am MainWest Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 01/04/2026 22:34:00 to West Train Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 05:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 33m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 27m019:31GelsenkirchenCentral Station21:58Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 19:31:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 21:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 24m020:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station23:58Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 20:34:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 23:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 26m004:04GelsenkirchenCentral Station07:30Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 04:04:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 07:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 57m017:59GelsenkirchenCentral Station22:56Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 17:59:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 22:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 57m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 27m001:31GelsenkirchenCentral Station06:58Frankfurt am MainSouth Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 03/04/2026 01:31:00 to South Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 03/04/2026 06:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
Fastest Trains Friday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 3m023:03Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport01:06Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 23:03:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 01:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 3m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 41m021:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport23:43Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 21:02:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 05/04/2026 23:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 43m005:40Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport09:23Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 05:40:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 05/04/2026 09:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 46m003:32Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:18Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 03:32:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 05/04/2026 07:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 28m002:36Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:04Frankfurt am MainCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 05/04/2026 02:36:00 to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 05/04/2026 07:04:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 28m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main
What are the most popular stations in Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main?
In Gelsenkirchen, you will usually depart from Buer Nord Train Station, Central bus station or Central Station, while in Frankfurt am Main you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Coach Station or West Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Frankfurt am Main from Gelsenkirchen? With 5 connections between 1 Carpool and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main, you can pay as low as £16 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Frankfurt am Main in just 2h 3m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main are Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Herne or to Neu-Isenburg, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Frankfurt am Main Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?
The most popular companies between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main, are Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main
How can I reach Frankfurt am Main from Gelsenkirchen?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Frankfurt am Main from Gelsenkirchen.
How far is Frankfurt am Main from Gelsenkirchen?
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main is 192.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 47 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?
You can get to Frankfurt am Main with just £16 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Frankfurt am Main in just 2h 3m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Frankfurt am Main
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Frankfurt am Main. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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