What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Grillostr. via Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

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

How far is it from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

The distance between Cologne and Gelsenkirchen-Schalke is 92 km. The road distance is 80.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs €17 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

The best way to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs €17 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke is 81 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen-Schalke?

There are 2110+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen-Schalke.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 43 / ...
1h 7m
€17–72
Drive 80.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalkecar 80.8 km
54 min
€12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
1h 29m
Train, line 302 tram
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the tram from Bochum Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Grillostr.tram 302
1h 55m
€19–81
Train, line 107 tram
1. Take the train from Köln Hansaring to Essen Hbftrain S6
2. Take the tram from Essen Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Musiktheatertram 107
2h 40m

Cologne to Gelsenkirchen-Schalke by train, tram, and foot

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1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 91.7 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Gelsenkirchen-Schalke, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €16–75 and the journey takes 50 min. National Express also services this route once daily. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essen once daily, and the journey takes 45 min.

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