What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €20 - €50 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen?

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

Is there a direct bus between Brussels-South Station and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels-South Station 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 23m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels-South Station and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Brussels-South Station and Gelsenkirchen is 309 km. The road distance is 241.7 km.

How do I travel from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €85 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €85 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €50 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen?

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

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Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train (Eurostar)
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Duisburg Hbftrain Thalys
3h 4m
€88–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train stationbus N380 / ...
5h 23m
€21–46
Drive 241.7 km
1. Drive from Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchencar 241.7 km
2h 34m
€37–54
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 30m
€56–242
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
3h 40m
€50–100

Brussels-South Station to Gelsenkirchen by foot and train (Eurostar)

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 309.4 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Brussels-South Station, Belgium and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

Eurostar operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Duisburg Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €80–150 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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