What is the best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses for the journey to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Gelsenkirchen. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport with just $23 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Deutsche Bahn2h 10m05:39 AMGelsenkirchenCentral Station7:49 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/8/2025 5:39:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:49:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 21m010:33 PMGelsenkirchenCentral Station12:54 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/8/2025 10:33:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:54:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 21m08:32 PMGelsenkirchenCentral Station10:53 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/8/2025 8:32:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:53:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 29m01:04 AMGelsenkirchenCentral Station4:33 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/8/2025 1:04:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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BlaBlaCar2h 30m02:10 PMGelsenkirchen4:40 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/10/2025 2:10:00 PM to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
Cheapest Carpool Wednesday
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FlixBus10h 40m06:25 AMGelsenkirchenCentral bus station5:05 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/11/2025 6:25:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Gelsenkirchen in just 2h 10m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn2h 10m05:39 AMGelsenkirchenCentral Station7:49 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/8/2025 5:39:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:49:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 21m010:33 PMGelsenkirchenCentral Station12:54 AMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/8/2025 10:33:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:54:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 21m08:32 PMGelsenkirchenCentral Station10:53 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/8/2025 8:32:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:53:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 19m04:39 PMGelsenkirchenCentral Station7:58 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/8/2025 4:39:00 PM to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:58:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 19m
Fastest Trains Monday
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BlaBlaCar2h 30m02:10 PMGelsenkirchen4:40 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/10/2025 2:10:00 PM to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
Fastest Carpool Wednesday
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FlixBus10h 40m06:25 AMGelsenkirchenCentral bus station5:05 PMFrankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/11/2025 6:25:00 AM to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main Airport
What are the most popular stations in Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main Airport?
In Gelsenkirchen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central bus station or Buer Nord Train Station, while in Frankfurt am Main Airport you will be arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport or Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport from Gelsenkirchen? With 2 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus 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 Airport, you can pay as low as $23 with a Bus from FlixBus.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 Airport in just 2h 10m.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 Airport are Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar and FlixBus, 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 Airport 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 Kelsterbach, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . 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 Airport?
The most popular companies between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main Airport, are Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main Airport. 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 Airport
How can I reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from Gelsenkirchen?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Gelsenkirchen.
How far is Frankfurt am Main Airport from Gelsenkirchen?
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main Airport is 120.9 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gelsenkirchen and Frankfurt am Main Airport?
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 48 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport with just $23 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
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 Airport in just 2h 10m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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