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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Witten is to line 302 tram which costs €2 - €3 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Witten is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs €70 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Witten?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen to Witten. However, there are services departing from Bochum August-Bebel-Platz and arriving at Bochum Urbanusstr. via Bochum Ruhr-Universität. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Witten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Bochum Langendreer Markt. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Witten?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Witten is 46 km. The road distance is 23.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Witten without a car is to train via Dortmund Hbf which takes 40 min and costs €5 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Gelsenkirchen to Witten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Witten bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Witten bus services, operated by Bogestra, depart from Bochum August-Bebel-Platz station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Witten train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Witten?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Witten is to train via Dortmund Hbf which takes 40 min and costs €5 - €28. Alternatively, you can line 346 bus, which costs and takes 57 min.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Witten bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Witten bus services, operated by Bogestra, arrive at Bochum Ruhr-Universität station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Witten train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Witten train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Witten?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Witten is 24 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Witten.

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

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Where can I stay near Witten?

There are 1816+ hotels available in Witten.

Gelsenkirchen to Witten - 6 ways to travel via train, line 346 bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Witten by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train via Dortmund Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Witten Hbftrain Re
40 min
€5–27
Line 302 tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bochum Langendreer Markttram 302
58 min
€2–3
Line 346 bus
1. Take the bus from Bochum August-Bebel-Platz to Bochum Ruhr-Universitätbus 346 / ...
57 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Wittentaxi 23.6 km
23 min
€70–85
Drive 23.6 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Wittencar 23.6 km
23 min
€4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Witten Hbftrain Re
47 min
€6–16

Gelsenkirchen to Witten by train

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Distance: 45.6 km
Duration: 40 min

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

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Witten Hbf via Dortmund Hbf in around 40 min. Alternatively, Bogestra operates a bus from Bochum August-Bebel-Platz to Bochum Ruhr-Universität every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 42 min.

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