What is the cheapest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 12h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen?

The fastest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen is to fly and train which takes 1h 51m and costs €80 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Munich Airport (MUC) and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Flughafen München and arriving at Essen central train station via Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Munich Airport (MUC) and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Flughafen München and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Munich Airport (MUC) and Gelsenkirchen is 529 km. The road distance is 615.4 km.

How do I travel from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

The best way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via München Hbf which takes 6h 31m and costs €120 - €600.

How long does it take to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen is to train via München Hbf which takes 6h 31m and costs €120 - €600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen is 615 km. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen?

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2016+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Can I share a ride from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Munich Airport (MUC) and Gelsenkirchen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen - 9 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen by plane, train, bus, rideshare, car, or car train

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
1h 51m
€82–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Essen central train stationbus N885 / ...
12h 2m
€62–110
Train via München Hbf
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 47 / ...
6h 31m
€129–565
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Munich-MUC to Gelsenkirchenrideshare 615.4 km
5h 9m
Drive 615.4 km
1. Drive from Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchencar 615.4 km
5h 9m
€87–126
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
2. Take the train from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
3h 9m
Fly to Münster Osnabrück International Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO)plane MUC - FMO
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
3h 1m
€145–327
Car train, drive
1. Take the cartrain from München Ost to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhecartrain Uex 2026
2. Drive from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Gelsenkirchencar
7h 52m
€126–167
Train
1. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Ice
8h 27m
€128–564

Munich Airport (MUC) to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 528.5 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Munich Airport (MUC), Germany and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €120–550 and the journey takes 5h 7m. MSM Partyzug also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €50–90 and the journey takes 9h 50m.

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