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How to Travel from

Brussels Airport to Gelsenkirchen

by Train, Bus, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.00–$34.11

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.06–$41.69

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.39–$429.54

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.80–$429.54

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.39–$454.81

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.12–$176.87

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from D-Flughafen Bf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.79–$32.85
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.32–$60.64
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$35.37–$39.16

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from D-Flughafen Bf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.63–$18.95

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from D-Flughafen Bf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$17.69
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$29.06

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from D-Flughafen Bf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.21–$12.00

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from D-Flughafen Bf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.63–$18.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen is to bus via Brussels - Midi Train Station which costs $31.52 - $53.26 and takes 7h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

The fastest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct train between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Brussels Airport-Zaventem and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Gelsenkirchen is 212 km. The road distance is 239.4 km.

How do I travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 49m and costs $59.78 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 49m and costs $59.78 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27.17 - $70.65 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen is 239 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen?

Book your Brussels Airport (BRU) to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 1471+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen. Prices start at $38.17 per night.
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