What is the cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga?

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga is to drive which costs €1 - €3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga?

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs €35 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga. However, there are services departing from Essen Altenessen Bf and arriving at Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Essen Alfredusbad. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga is 14 km. The road distance is 13.7 km.

How do I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga without a car?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga without a car is to train and subway which takes 23 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga?

It takes approximately 23 min to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga bus services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, depart from Essen Altenessen Bf station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga bus services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, arrive at Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga is 14 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga.

Where can I stay near Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga?

There are 2584+ hotels available in Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga.

Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga by train, subway, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re42 / ...
2. Take the subway from Essen Hbf to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Grugasubway U11
23 min
Drive 13.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Grugacar 13.7 km
13 min
€2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Altenessen Bf to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Grugabus U11
43 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Grugataxi 13.7 km
13 min
€35–45
Line 107 tram
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Alfredusbadtram 107
53 min

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Distance: 13.6 km
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga, Germany?

Ruhrbahn GmbH operates a bus from Essen Altenessen Bf to Essen Messe W.-Süd/Gruga every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, Ruhrbahn GmbH operates a vehicle from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Alfredusbad every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 41 min.

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