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

The cheapest way to get from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which costs €2 - €4 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 13 min and costs €3 - €6.

Is there a direct bus between Bottrop and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Bottrop and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen-Dellwig and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Bottrop and Gelsenkirchen is 13 km. The road distance is 16.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs €3 - €6.

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

The train from Essen-Dellwig to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by BVR Busverkehr Rheinland GmbH, depart from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz station.

Where do I catch the Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Essen-Dellwig station.

Train or bus from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 13 min and costs €3 - €6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €6 and takes 29 min.

Where does the Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by BVR Busverkehr Rheinland GmbH, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Where does the Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen is 16 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

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

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

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1. Take the train from Essen-Dellwig to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Rb
13 min
€3–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz to Gelsenkirchen Hbfbus Sb29
29 min
€3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchentaxi 16.4 km
13 min
€35–50
Drive 16.4 km
1. Drive from Bottrop to Gelsenkirchencar 16.4 km
13 min
€3–4
Line 260 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz to Gelsenkirchen Schloß Horstbus 260 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Schloß Horst to Gelsenkirchen Hbfbus 383 / ...
57 min

Bottrop to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 13.1 km
Duration: 13 min

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

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Essen-Dellwig to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €5 and the journey takes 13 min. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, BVR Busverkehr Rheinland GmbH operates a bus from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €3–6 and the journey takes 29 min.

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