What is the cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport is to line 302 tram and bus which costs €9 - €16 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport is to drive which takes 51 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Cologne Bonn Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen station to Cologne Bonn Airport. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Cologne Bonn Airport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf. Services depart five times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Cologne Bonn Airport is 99 km. The road distance is 85.3 km.

How do I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €17 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf takes 1h 43m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €17 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €22 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport is 85 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

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Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bftrain 41
1h 51m
€17–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2h 21m
€8–22
Drive 85.3 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airportcar 85.3 km
51 min
€12–18
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain 35 / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln/Bonn Flughafentrain Re
1h 56m
€20–89
Train via Essen Hbf
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln/Bonn Flughafentrain Re
2h 18m
€20–93
Line 302 tram, bus
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bochum Hbftram 302
2. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N1360a / ...
3h 33m
€10–15

Gelsenkirchen to Cologne Bonn Airport by train and foot

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 98.9 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Cologne Bonn Airport, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf 5 times a week. Tickets cost €17–80 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGN hourly. Tickets cost €7–13 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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