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

The cheapest way to get from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Cochem and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Cochem Bahnhof and arriving at Essen central train station via Coblenz central train station and Cologne Airport CGN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Cochem and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Cochem Bahnhof and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Cochem and Gelsenkirchen is 226 km. The road distance is 193.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €40 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cochem to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Cochem to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by ORN Omnibusverkehr Rhein-Nahe GmbH, depart from Cochem Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Cochem to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Cochem to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Cochem Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €40 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €50 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Cochem to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Cochem to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by ORN Omnibusverkehr Rhein-Nahe GmbH, arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Cochem to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Cochem to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cochem to Gelsenkirchen is 193 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

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Cochem to Gelsenkirchen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cochem to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cochem Bahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 11 / ...
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 1 / ...
3h 29m
€41–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cochem Bahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhofbus Re1
2. Take the bus from Coblenz central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N93
3. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Essen central train stationbus N79 / ...
6h 29m
€25–50
Drive 193.1 km
1. Drive from Cochem to Gelsenkirchencar 193.1 km
1h 57m
€28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cochem Endertplatz to Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOBbus 700 / ...
2. Take the train from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbftrain Re
6h 9m

Cochem to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 226 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cochem Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cochem Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof, Coblenz central train station, Cologne Airport CGN, Essen central train station, and Essen Hbf in around 6h 29m.

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