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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen is to drive which costs €12 - €18 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen is to drive which takes 52 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Frechen?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen. However, there are services departing from Südviertel, Essen and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Frechen?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Köln Weiden West via Köln Ehrenfeld Bf Ehrenfeld. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Frechen is 100 km. The road distance is 86.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Frechen bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Frechen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Südviertel, Essen station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Frechen train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Frechen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Frechen bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Frechen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Frechen train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Frechen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln-Ehrenfeld station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Frechen is 86 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen.

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

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

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Gelsenkirchen to Frechen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Koeln-Ehrenfeldtrain Re
1h 28m
Drive 86.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Frechencar 86.4 km
52 min
€13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
2h 8m
Train, line 7 tram
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 35 / ...
2. Take the tram from Köln Heumarkt to Frechen Kirchetram 7
1h 56m
€18–75

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Distance: 99.7 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

National Express operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Koeln-Ehrenfeld hourly, and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 45 min.

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