What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €21 - €45 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

The fastest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels Airport (BRU) 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 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Brussels Airport-Zaventem and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Gelsenkirchen is 208 km. The road distance is 234 km.

How do I travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €50 - €260.

How long does it take to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €50 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2014+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Can I share a ride from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Gelsenkirchen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen - 8 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BRU - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
3h 11m
€136–252
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train stationbus N380 / ...
5h 18m
€21–43
Train
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 30m
€53–259
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels-BRU to Gelsenkirchenrideshare 234 km
2h 29m
Drive 234 km
1. Drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchencar 234 km
2h 29m
€36–52
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BRU - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
3h 9m
€122–413
Train via Aachen
1. Take the train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
3h 40m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
5h 3m
€53–105

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 208.2 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Brussels Airport (BRU), Belgium and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

You can take a train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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