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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Central Station via Hamburg Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Kiel and Gelsenkirchen is 466 km. The road distance is 436.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Gelsenkirchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Kiel to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kiel to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Gelsenkirchen is 436 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Kiel to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 1996+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Gelsenkirchen Central Stationtrain Flx20
5h 12m
€45–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Dortmund central bus stationbus N74
8h 11m
€40–64
Drive 436.5 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Gelsenkirchencar 436.5 km
3h 40m
€62–90
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
4h 23m
€107–333
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Dammtortrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Dammtor to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 43 / ...
5h 14m
€84–350

Kiel to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 465.7 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Central Station via Hamburg Central Station in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kiel central bus station to Dortmund central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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