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

The cheapest way to get from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen is to bus and line 302 bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Zwolle and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum and arriving at Essen Hbf via Apeldoorn, Station - G and Arnhem Centraal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Zwolle and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Zwolle and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Arnhem Centraal and Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Zwolle and Gelsenkirchen is 184 km. The road distance is 174.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €21 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by RRReis, depart from Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum station.

Where do I catch the Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zwolle station.

Train or bus from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €21 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 302 bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by RRReis, arrive at Apeldoorn, Station.

Where does the Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen is 175 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen.

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

Book your Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2214+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 302 bus

How to get fromZwolle to Gelsenkirchen

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 16m
€21–101
Bus, line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum to Apeldoorn, Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station - G to Arnhem, Centraal Station - Hbus 302
3. Take the bus from Arnhem Centraal Station to Essen Hbfbus
4h 20m
€26–40
Drive 174.6 km
1. Drive from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchencar 174.6 km
1h 47m
€32–46
Train via Enschede
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Enschedetrain
2. Take the train from Enschede to Duelmentrain Re
3. Take the train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re2
3h 16m
€30–59
Train #2
1. Take the train from Deventer to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ic
3h 55m
€30–131

Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen by train

266Weekly Trains

2h 16mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen.

Launch map view

Distance: 184.5 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Zwolle, Netherlands and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

You can take a train from Zwolle to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Arnhem Centraal and Oberhausen Hbf in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Apeldoorn, Station - G, Arnhem, Centraal Station - H, Arnhem Centraal Station, Essen Hbf, and Essen Hbf in around 4h 20m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.