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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen is to line 302 tram which costs €1 - €3 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Bochum and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bochum Hannibal Einkaufscentr. and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Neustadtplatz. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bochum West and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Bochum and Gelsenkirchen is 15 km. The road distance is 12.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs €5.

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

The train from Bochum West to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Bochum to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by Bogestra, depart from Bochum Hannibal Einkaufscentr. station.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Bochum to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Bochum West station.

Train or bus from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 20 min and costs €5. Alternatively, you can line 385 bus, which costs and takes 26 min.

Where does the Bochum to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Bochum to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by Bogestra, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Neustadtplatz station.

Where does the Bochum to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Bochum to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Gelsenkirchen is 12 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen.

How do I get a train ticket from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen?

Book your Bochum to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2105+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Bochum to Gelsenkirchen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 385 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Bochum to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bochum West to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Rb
20 min
€5
Line 302 tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Bochum Rathaus to Gelsenkirchen Hbftram 302
31 min
€1–3
Line 385 bus
1. Take the bus from Bochum Hannibal Einkaufscentr. to Gelsenkirchen Neustadtplatzbus 385
26 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bochum to Gelsenkirchentaxi 12.4 km
17 min
€35–50
Drive 12.4 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Gelsenkirchencar 12.4 km
17 min
€2–3

Bochum to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 14.8 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Bochum West to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €5 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Bogestra operates a bus from Bochum Hannibal Einkaufscentr. to Gelsenkirchen Neustadtplatz every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 26 min.

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