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

The cheapest way to get from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen is to train and bus via Essen Hbf which costs €30 - €120 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €55 - €240.

Is there a direct train between Wolfsburg and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Wolfsburg and Gelsenkirchen is 310 km. The road distance is 315.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €55 - €240.

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

The train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 2h 39m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen is 315 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen.

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

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2202+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 10
2h 39m
€55–240
Train, bus via Essen Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
3h 48m
€32–113
Drive 315.1 km
1. Drive from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchencar 315.1 km
2h 44m
€45–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Gelsenkirchenbus N1361
4h 40m
€34–113

Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 310.5 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €55–240 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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