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

The cheapest way to get from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Schweinfurt and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Schweinfurt station to Gelsenkirchen station. However, there are services departing from Schweinfurt central train station and arriving at Essen central train station via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Schweinfurt and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Schweinfurt Hbf and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Würzburg Hbf and Koeln Messe/Deutz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Schweinfurt and Gelsenkirchen is 441 km. The road distance is 363.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs €70 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Schweinfurt Hbf station.

Train or bus from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs €70 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen is 364 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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

Book your Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

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Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Würzburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
3. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re
5h 37m
€74–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Schweinfurt central train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 068
7h 23m
€36–63
Drive 363.7 km
1. Drive from Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchencar 363.7 km
3h 28m
€54–78
Train, train to Nuremberg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Bambergtrain
2. Take the train from Bamberg to Nürnberg Hbftrain
3. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane NUE - DUS
4. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
6h 31m
€142–445
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Frankfurttrain Re54 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 41 / ...
5h 38m
€79–247
Train #2
1. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Würzburg Hbftrain Re54 / ...
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Ice / ...
6h 4m
€78–203
Train, train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Würzburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Frankfurttrain
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain
5h 24m
€134–256

Schweinfurt to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 441 km
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Würzburg Hbf, Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, and Koeln Messe/Deutz in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Schweinfurt central train station to Düsseldorf central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 6h.

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