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

The cheapest way to get from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Braunschweig and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Braunschweig and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Braunschweig and Gelsenkirchen is 297 km. The road distance is 293.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €50 - €230.

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

The train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz station.

Where do I catch the Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €50 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus via Dortmund Hbf, which costs and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen is 294 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 10
2h 42m
€50–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brunswick central station to Bochum central stationbus 081
5h 22m
€27–45
Bus via Dortmund Hbf
1. Take the bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbfbus Re3
4h 34m
Drive 293.8 km
1. Drive from Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchencar 293.8 km
2h 31m
€42–61
Train via Dortmund Hbf
1. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain 10 / ...
2h 44m
€54–229

Braunschweig to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 297.2 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €50–230 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Dortmund and Dortmund Hbf in around 4h 34m.

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