What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen is to bus and line 302 tram which costs €8 - €16 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €11 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Bonn Airport and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Essen central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Bonn Airport and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Cologne Bonn Airport and Gelsenkirchen is 102 km. The road distance is 84.4 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf which takes 1h 50m and costs €19 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf which takes 1h 50m and costs €19 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €22 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen is 84 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen?

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Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 47 / ...
1h 50m
€19–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2h 2m
€7–21
Drive 84.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchencar 84.4 km
50 min
€12–18
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
1h 51m
Bus, line 302 tram
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Bochum central stationbus N1327 / ...
2. Take the tram from Bochum Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftram 302
2h 17m
€9–16
Train, line 302 tram
1. Take the train from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen to Bochum Hbftrain Re
2. Take the tram from Bochum Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftram 302
2h 37m

Cologne Bonn Airport to Gelsenkirchen by foot and train

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Distance: 102.3 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Cologne Bonn Airport, Germany and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €16–70 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Essen central train station hourly. Tickets cost €7–12 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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