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

The cheapest way to get from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 44 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct train between Kempen and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Kempen Bahnhof and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Krefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Kempen and Gelsenkirchen is 61 km. The road distance is 60.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs €13 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempen to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Kempen to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Krefeld Hbf station.

Where does the Kempen to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Kempen to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempen to Gelsenkirchen is 61 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2105+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Kempen to Gelsenkirchen - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Kempen to Gelsenkirchen by train, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Krefeld Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re42
1h 11m
€14–25
Drive 60.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kempen to Gelsenkirchencar 60.9 km
44 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kempen to Gelsenkirchentaxi 60.9 km
44 min
€180–220

Kempen to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 61 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Kempen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Krefeld Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €11–20 and the journey takes 42 min.

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