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

The cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €27 - €55 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €60 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Mannheim and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Mannheim station to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Mannheim central bus station and arriving at Essen central train station via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Mannheim and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Mannheim and Gelsenkirchen is 327 km. The road distance is 310.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €60 - €260.

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

The train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €60 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €55 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen is 311 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2105+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

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There are 4 ways to get from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 47 / ...
2h 20m
€60–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus FlixBus N177 / ...
5h 30m
€28–54
Drive 310.8 km
1. Drive from Mannheim to Gelsenkirchencar 310.8 km
2h 48m
€45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from D-Flughafen Bf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
3h 7m
€112–213

Mannheim to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 326.6 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €60–260 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mannheim central bus station to Düsseldorf central bus station every 3 hours. Tickets cost €24–45 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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