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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels is to bus which costs €18 - €40 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Brussels?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen station to Brussels station. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Brussels-North train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Brussels?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Brussels-Nord via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Brussels is 305 km. The road distance is 234 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs €40 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Brussels bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Brussels train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs €40 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €40 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Brussels bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Brussels train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Brussels is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels.

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

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

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

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Gelsenkirchen to Brussels - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Brussels by train, bus, car, plane, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
3h 48m
€41–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train stationbus N380 / ...
4h 39m
€19–39
Drive 234 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Brusselscar 234 km
2h 42m
€37–53
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane DUS - BRU
5h 50m
€141–266
Train via Aachen
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
4h
Train #2 (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
4h 28m
€85–150

Gelsenkirchen to Brussels by train

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Distance: 305.4 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Brussels, Belgium?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Brussels-Nord via Köln Hbf in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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