What is the cheapest way to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest way to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €21 - €45 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen?

The fastest way to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Belgium and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Belgium station to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Essen central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Belgium and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Bourse and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Belgium and Gelsenkirchen is 307 km. The road distance is 240.3 km.

How do I travel from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

The best way to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 54m and costs €55 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belgium to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Belgium to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Belgium to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Belgium to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 54m and costs €55 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Belgium to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Belgium to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Belgium to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Belgium to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Belgium to Gelsenkirchen is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen?

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

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Belgium to Gelsenkirchen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Belgium to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 54m
€58–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train stationbus N380 / ...
4h 2m
€21–41
Drive 240.3 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Gelsenkirchencar 240.3 km
2h 34m
€38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Duisburg Hbftrain Tha
4h 2m
€51–117
Train #2 (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain Thalys
4h 45m
€92–162

Belgium to Gelsenkirchen by tram and train

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Distance: 307.1 km
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Belgium and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Bourse to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Gare Du Nord, Brussels-Nord, and Köln Hbf in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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