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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is to train and fly which takes 3h 20m and costs €90 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gelsenkirchen and arriving at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Berlin Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Berlin is 490 km. The road distance is 518.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €35 - €190.

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

The train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Berlin Hbf takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Berlin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Berlin train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €35 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Berlin bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Berlin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is 519 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Berlin?

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Gelsenkirchen to Berlin - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 10
3h 45m
€35–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus N1361
6h 45m
€40–65
Drive 518.8 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Berlincar 518.8 km
4h 24m
€77–111
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3h 20m
€92–295
Train via Wolfsburg
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 10
2. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 4m
€88–184
Train via Dortmund Hbf
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
6h 28m
€67–162
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
4h 34m
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FRA - BER
4h 46m
€131–306

Gelsenkirchen to Berlin by train

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Distance: 490.1 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Berlin Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €90–190 and the journey takes 3h 45m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €40–65 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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