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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs €1 - €2 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 9 min and costs €1 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen Hbf and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gelsenkirchen and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen Hbf and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen Hbf and Essen Hbf is 10 km. The road distance is 10.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs €1 - €10.

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

The train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gelsenkirchen station.

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

Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 9 min and costs €1 - €10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €1 - €2 and takes 28 min.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf.

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

Book your Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf?

Book your Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2574+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re42 / ...
9 min
€1–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Essen central train stationbus N1361
28 min
€1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbftaxi 10.2 km
13 min
€30–40
Drive 10.2 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbfcar 10.2 km
13 min
€2–3
Bus via Essen Hbf
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbfbus Re42 / ...
28 min
€3–5
Line 107 tram
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbftram 107
34 min

Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 10.2 km
Duration: 9 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €2–10 and the journey takes 9 min. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gelsenkirchen to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €1–2 and the journey takes 25 min.

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