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

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Kassel and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Kassel and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kassel Hbf and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Kassel and Gelsenkirchen is 243 km. The road distance is 192.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs .

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

The train from Kassel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 2h 54m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Kassel to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kassel station.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Gelsenkirchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Kassel to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Kassel to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Kassel to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Gelsenkirchen is 193 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

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Kassel to Gelsenkirchen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kassel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
2h 54m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Dortmund central bus stationbus 023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbfbus Re3
3h 56m
€20–31
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Dortmund Hbfnighttrain Nj
3h 35m
€26–114
Drive 192.8 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Gelsenkirchencar 192.8 km
1h 55m
€29–41
Train via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe
1. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
3h 39m

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Distance: 242.9 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

National Express operates a train from Kassel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf once daily, and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Dortmund central bus station and Dortmund Hbf in around 3h 56m.

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