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

The cheapest way to get from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €6 - €20 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 42 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Leverkusen and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Leverkusen and arriving at Essen central train station via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Leverkusen and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leverkusen Mitte and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Leverkusen and Gelsenkirchen is 76 km. The road distance is 66.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs .

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

The train from Leverkusen Mitte to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Leverkusen Mitte station.

Train or bus from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 47 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €20 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen is 67 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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

Book your Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2006+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leverkusen Mitte to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
47 min
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus N79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen central train stationbus N74 / ...
1h 52m
€6–19
Drive 66.6 km
1. Drive from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchencar 66.6 km
42 min
€13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchentaxi 66.6 km
42 min
€190–240

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Distance: 75.7 km
Duration: 47 min

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

National Express operates a train from Leverkusen Mitte to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leverkusen to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Düsseldorf central bus station, Essen central train station, and Essen Hbf in around 1h 52m.

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