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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €50 - €85 and takes 10h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Gelsenkirchen is to fly and train which takes 4h 24m and costs €80 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Prague to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Bochum Hbf and Herne Auf der Wenge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Praha-Holesovice and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Berlin Hbf and Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Prague to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Prague and Gelsenkirchen is 601 km. The road distance is 628.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 46m and costs €55 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Prague to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Prague to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Prague to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha-Holesovice station.

Train or bus from Prague to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Prague to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which takes 10h 45m and costs €50 - €85. Alternatively, you can train via Berlin, which costs €130 - €440 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Prague to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Prague to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bochum central station.

Where does the Prague to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Prague to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Gelsenkirchen is 629 km. It takes approximately 6h 27m to drive from Prague to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

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Prague to Gelsenkirchen - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane PRG - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
4h 24m
€80–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Bochum central stationbus N23
10h 45m
€50–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station to Dresden Bayrische Strassebus : Berlin Central Bus Station - Berlin Südkreuz Train Station / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Central Stationtrain Flx30
8h 46m
€55–84
Drive 628.6 km
1. Drive from Prague to Gelsenkirchencar 628.6 km
6h 27m
€98–141
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane DRS - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
5h 40m
€153–471
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane PRG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
5h 41m
€102–294
Train via Berlin
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Berlin Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
3. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 10
8h 53m
€130–432
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Erfurt Hbftrain Ec
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 51
11h 44m
€159–423

Prague to Gelsenkirchen by bus and train

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Distance: 601.4 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Bochum central station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 9h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Praha-Holesovice to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Berlin Hbf and Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 53m.

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