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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt is to drive which costs €9 - €14 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt is to drive which takes 40 min and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Bocholt?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Machensplatz and arriving at Bocholt, Bahnhof via GE Buer Rathaus, Dorsten Bf and Borken, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Bocholt?

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

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Bocholt is 66 km. The road distance is 66.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €19 - €30.

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

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

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt bus services, operated by Bogestra, depart from Gelsenkirchen Machensplatz station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €19 - €30. Alternatively, you can line 380 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt bus services, operated by Bogestra, arrive at GE Buer Rathaus station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Bocholt station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt is 66 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt.

Where can I stay near Bocholt?

There are 501+ hotels available in Bocholt.

Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt - 4 ways to travel via train, line 380 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Bocholttrain Re
1h 24m
€19–29
Drive 66.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholtcar 66.3 km
40 min
€10–14
Line 380 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Machensplatz to GE Buer Rathausbus 302E / ...
2. Take the bus from Dorsten Bf to Borken, Bahnhofbus Re14
3h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Bocholttaxi 66.3 km
40 min
€180–220

Gelsenkirchen to Bocholt by train

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Distance: 65.6 km
Duration: 1h 24m

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

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Oberhausen Hbf to Bocholt hourly. Tickets cost €16 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gelsenkirchen Machensplatz to Bocholt, Bahnhof via GE Buer Rathaus, Dorsten ZOB Dorsten, Dorsten Bf, and Borken, Bahnhof in around 3h 26m.

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