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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem is to bus which costs €18 - €30 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Arnhem?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen station to Arnhem station. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Arnhem Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Arnhem?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Arnhem Centraal via Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Arnhem is 110 km. The road distance is 110.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €12 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €12 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €30 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Arnhem Central Station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem.

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

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Arnhem?

There are 914+ hotels available in Arnhem.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
1h 24m
€12–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Arnhem Central Stationbus 056
3h 4m
€19–29
Drive 110.9 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhemcar 110.9 km
1h 3m
€24–34
Line 107 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbftram 107
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 77
2h 54m

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Distance: 109.9 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Arnhem, Netherlands?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraal every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–35 and the journey takes 53 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Arnhem Central Station twice daily. Tickets cost €9–15 and the journey takes 1h 55m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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