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

The cheapest way to get from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 5h 15m.

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 €50 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Wolfsburg and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Wolfsburg station to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Wolfsburg central station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen via Hanover central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

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 €50 - €120.

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 bus from?

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

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.

Train or bus from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hanover central bus 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?

Book your Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2212+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 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
€50–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wolfsburg central station to Hanover central bus stationbus 031
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Gelsenkirchenbus N1361
5h 15m
€28–46
Drive 315.1 km
1. Drive from Wolfsburg to Gelsenkirchencar 315.1 km
2h 44m
€47–68

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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 €50–120 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wolfsburg central station to Gelsenkirchen via Hanover central bus station in around 5h 15m.

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