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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Altena is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Altena is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Altena?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen to Altena. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Altena, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Altena?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Altena. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Altena, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Altena?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Altena is 84 km. The road distance is 61 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Altena without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €11 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Altena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Altena bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Altena bus services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Altena train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Altena?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Altena is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €11 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €22 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Altena bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Altena bus services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Altena train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Altena?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Altena is 61 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Altena.

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

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Where can I stay near Altena?

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Gelsenkirchen to Altena - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Altena by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Altena, Bahnhoftrain Re34
2h 5m
€11–36
Drive 61 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Altenacar 61 km
53 min
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Dortmund Hbfbus Re3
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Altena, Bahnhofbus Re34
3h 13m
€16–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Altenataxi 61 km
53 min
€160–200
Line 302 tram, train, line 37 bus
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bochum Hbftram 302
2. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Iserlohn-Letmathetrain Re
3. Take the bus from Iserl., Letmathe Bf to Altena, Postbus 37
3h 5m

Gelsenkirchen to Altena by train

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Distance: 84.3 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Altena, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Altena, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf in around 3h 13m.

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