What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to bus which costs €21 - €45 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to train which takes 2h and costs €45 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt am Main and Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankfurt am Main station to Gelsenkirchen Hbf station. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt central train station and arriving at Essen central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 266 km. The road distance is 242.3 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs €45 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 2h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf bus from?

Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train from?

Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to train which takes 2h and costs €45 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf bus arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

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Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 41 / ...
2h
€45–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Essen central train stationbus N27 / ...
4h 17m
€22–43
Drive 242.3 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbfcar 242.3 km
2h 15m
€35–50
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
2h 42m
€102–173
Train via Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 47 / ...
2h 25m
€48–215

Frankfurt am Main to Gelsenkirchen Hbf by train

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Distance: 266.2 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Frankfurt am Main, Germany and Gelsenkirchen Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–220 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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