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

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €18 - €29 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Dortmund Hbf which takes 2h and costs €16 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanover central bus station station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Hanover and Gelsenkirchen is 236 km. The road distance is 235.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via Dortmund Hbf which takes 2h and costs €16 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Hanover to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Hannover Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Hanover to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Dortmund Hbf which takes 2h and costs €16 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus via Essen Hbf, which costs €26 - €50 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Hanover to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Hanover to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Hanover to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Gelsenkirchen is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen.

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

Book your Hanover to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

Book your Hanover to Gelsenkirchen bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2209+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Hanover to Gelsenkirchen - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Hanover to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Dortmund Hbf
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1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain 10 / ...
2h
€16–167
Bus via Essen Hbf
1. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
2h 15m
€26–49
Drive 235.6 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Gelsenkirchencar 235.6 km
2h 4m
€34–49
Fly, train
1. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAJ - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
5h 3m
€148–321
Train
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 19 / ...
2h 1m
€16–170
Train via Hamm
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hammtrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
2h 10m
€16–169
Train via Minden
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Minden, Bahnhoftrain S1
2. Take the train from Minden, Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Gelsenkirchenbus N1361
3h 5m
€18–29

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Distance: 236.2 km
Duration: 2h

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–150 and the journey takes 1h 39m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, East West Eurolines operates a bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €25–40 and the journey takes 1h 51m.

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