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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is to drive which costs €17 - €26 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Aachen?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Südviertel, Essen and arriving at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Aachen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Aachen is 159 km. The road distance is 120.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs .

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

The train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Aachen Hbf takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Aachen bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Aachen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Südviertel, Essen station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Aachen bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Aachen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Aachen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen.

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

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

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Gelsenkirchen to Aachen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
1h 59m
Drive 120.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Aachencar 120.9 km
1h 16m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2h 33m
Train via Viersen
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to MG Hbf /Europaplatztrain Re42
2. Take the train from MG Hbf /Europaplatz to Aachen Westtrain Rb33
2h 32m
€25–39

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Distance: 158.6 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

National Express operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Aachen Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Aachen - 58, Peterstraße once daily, and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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