What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to train which takes 50 min and costs €16 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Südviertel, Essen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The distance between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 89 km. The road distance is 79 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs €16 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf bus from?

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train from?

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The best way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to train which takes 50 min and costs €16 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf bus arrive?

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 79 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

There are 2105+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 43 / ...
50 min
€16–70
Drive 79 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbfcar 79 km
51 min
€12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
1h 7m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbftaxi 79 km
51 min
€180–230
Train via Mülheim Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbftrain Re
1h 44m

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen Hbf by train

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Distance: 89.2 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Gelsenkirchen Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €16–70 and the journey takes 50 min. National Express also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essen once daily, and the journey takes 45 min.

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