What is the best way to travel from Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Trains to Gelsenkirchen from Ingolstadt. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Gelsenkirchen from Ingolstadt?
You can reach Gelsenkirchen with just £43 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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BlaBlaCar5h 50m018:00Ingolstadt23:50Gelsenkirchen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Ingolstadt (Germany) at 18/12/2025 18:00:00 to , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
Cheapest Carpool Thursday
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BlaBlaCar6h 0m010:00Ingolstadt16:00Gelsenkirchen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Ingolstadt (Germany) at 21/12/2025 10:00:00 to , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 21/12/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
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Deutsche Bahn6h 18m018:10IngolstadtCentral Station00:28GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 18:10:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 25/12/2025 00:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 18m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 28m016:56IngolstadtCentral Station23:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 16:56:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 24/12/2025 23:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 28m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 52m017:08IngolstadtCentral Station00:00GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 17:08:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 25/12/2025 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 16m017:08IngolstadtCentral Station22:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 17:08:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 24/12/2025 22:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 16m018:08IngolstadtCentral Station23:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 18:08:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 24/12/2025 23:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
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What are the fastest trips from Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen from Ingolstadt in just 5h 16m 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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BlaBlaCar5h 50m018:00Ingolstadt23:50Gelsenkirchen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Ingolstadt (Germany) at 18/12/2025 18:00:00 to , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
Fastest Carpool Thursday
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BlaBlaCar6h 0m010:00Ingolstadt16:00Gelsenkirchen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Ingolstadt (Germany) at 21/12/2025 10:00:00 to , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 21/12/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Fastest Carpool Sunday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 16m017:08IngolstadtCentral Station22:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 17:08:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 24/12/2025 22:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 16m018:08IngolstadtCentral Station23:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 18:08:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 24/12/2025 23:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 18m018:10IngolstadtCentral Station00:28GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 18:10:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 25/12/2025 00:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 18m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 28m016:56IngolstadtCentral Station23:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 16:56:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 24/12/2025 23:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 28m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 52m017:08IngolstadtCentral Station00:00GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Ingolstadt (Germany) at 24/12/2025 17:08:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 25/12/2025 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 52m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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Bus from Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen
What are the most popular stations in Ingolstadt and Gelsenkirchen?
In Ingolstadt, you will usually depart from Central Station, Village Bus Stop or North Station, while in Gelsenkirchen you will be arriving at Central Station, Central bus station or Buer Nord 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 Gelsenkirchen from Ingolstadt? With 2 connections between 2 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 Ingolstadt and Gelsenkirchen, you can pay as low as £43 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 Gelsenkirchen in just 5h 16m.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 Ingolstadt and Gelsenkirchen are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, 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 Ingolstadt and Gelsenkirchen 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 Gaimersheim or to Herne, and look at flights from , and landing at Dusseldorf 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 Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen?
The most popular companies between Ingolstadt and Gelsenkirchen, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. 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 Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen
How can I reach Gelsenkirchen from Ingolstadt?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Gelsenkirchen from Ingolstadt.
How far is Gelsenkirchen from Ingolstadt?
The distance between Ingolstadt and Gelsenkirchen is 434.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ingolstadt and Gelsenkirchen?
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 12 kgs of CO2, a train 15 kgs, a car 74 kgs, and a flight 107 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen with just £43 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Ingolstadt to Gelsenkirchen?
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 Gelsenkirchen in just 5h 16m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Ingolstadt and to Gelsenkirchen
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ingolstadt and to Gelsenkirchen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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