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 €55 - €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 27m and costs €80 - €230.

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 628.3 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 train via Berlin which takes 8h 53m and costs €100 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m 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 train via Berlin which takes 8h 53m and costs €100 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €85 and takes 10h 45m.

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 628 km. It takes approximately 6h 26m 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, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Prague to Gelsenkirchen by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly 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 27m
€80–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Bochum central stationbus N23
10h 45m
€55–85
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
€109–268
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehenighttrain En
2. Take the nighttrain from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Dortmund Hbfnighttrain Nj
11h 12m
€136–299
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane PRG - CGN
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
5h 16m
€86–289
Fly 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
6h 12m
€97–209
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Ec
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
11h 26m
Drive 628.3 km
1. Drive from Prague to Gelsenkirchencar 628.3 km
6h 26m
€100–144

Prague to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 601.4 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Praha-Holesovice to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Berlin Hbf and Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Bochum central station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 9h 35m.

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