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

The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Erlangen and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Erlangen station to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Erlangen train station and arriving at Essen central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Erlangen and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Erlangen and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf and Koeln Messe/Deutz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Erlangen and Gelsenkirchen is 523 km. The road distance is 437.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 22m and costs €85 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Erlangen train station.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 22m and costs €85 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen is 438 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen?

Book your Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2002+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

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There are 8 ways to get from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
6h 22m
€85–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Erlangen train station to Essen central train stationbus N161
9h 4m
€45–75
Drive 437.7 km
1. Drive from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchencar 437.7 km
3h 46m
€83–119
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane NUE - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
5h 25m
€122–358
Train
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Nightjet
6h 35m
€60–150
Train #2
1. Take the train from Nuernberg Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Ice / ...
6h 47m
€94–212
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Erlangen to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
5h 11m
€130–361
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
4h 57m
€138–255

Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 522.7 km
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a train from Erlangen to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf, Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, and Koeln Messe/Deutz in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Erlangen train station to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €40–65 and the journey takes 8h 45m.

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