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

The cheapest way to get from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which costs €14 - €21 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Olpe and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Olpe Martinstraße 36 and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Kirchhundem-Welschen Ennest Bf, Bochum Hbf and Herne Auf der Wenge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Olpe and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Welschen Ennest and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Hagen Hbf and Bochum Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Olpe and Gelsenkirchen is 137 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train and line 302 tram which takes 3h 15m and costs €25 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olpe to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Olpe to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Kirchhundem-Welschen Ennest Bf station.

Where do I catch the Olpe to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Olpe to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Welschen Ennest station.

Train or bus from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs €18 - €26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €60 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Olpe to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Olpe to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Hagen Hbf station.

Where does the Olpe to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Olpe to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Hagen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Olpe to Gelsenkirchen is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2213+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Olpe to Gelsenkirchen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 302 tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Olpe to Gelsenkirchen by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, line 302 tram
best
1. Take the train from Welschen Ennest to Hagen Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the tram from Bochum Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftram 302
3h 15m
€26–42
Drive 99.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Olpe to Gelsenkirchencar 99.7 km
1h 5m
€15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kirchhundem-Welschen Ennest Bf to Hagen Hbfbus Re34
5h 42m
€18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Kirchhundem-Welschen Ennest Bf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re34
3h 16m
€26–59

Olpe to Gelsenkirchen by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 136.6 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

DB Bus operates a bus from Kirchhundem-Welschen Ennest Bf to Hagen Hbf once a week. Tickets cost €12–16 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Kirchhundem-Welschen Ennest Bf to Dortmund Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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