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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf

Cheapest
2 h 25 min
Car
252 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35

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:
$25.00–$35.87

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:
$70.65–$152.17

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$46.74–$52.17
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.43–$33.70

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

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
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to bus via Brussels - Midi Train Station which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The distance between Brussels and Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 306 km. The road distance is 245.9 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 33m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train from?

Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

The best way to get from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 33m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $52.17 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

Book your Brussels to Gelsenkirchen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen Hbf?

There are 1274+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Prices start at $38.17 per night.
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