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Bruges to Gelsenkirchen

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Five ways to Travel from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen

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Cheapest
By car (302 km)
2 h 59 min
302 km.
from $16
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Rideshare
2 h 59 min
302 km.
from $11.49
Train via Cologne
5 h 36 min
270 km.
from $116.50
Train, Bus
6 h 19 min
270 km.
from $53.33
Train
6 h 6 min
270 km.
from $165.17

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bruges to Essen
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.11–$48.01

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$30.32

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.48–$151.60
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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.32–$61.90
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$35.37–$39.16

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruges to Bruxelles-Midi
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.00–$17.69
Train from Bruges to Anvers-Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.90–$21.48

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:
$20.21–$29.06

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
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:
$8.21–$12.00

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen is to train and bus which costs $30.43 - $44.57 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Bruges and Gelsenkirchen is 405 km. The road distance is 298.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 36m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Bruges to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.

Train or bus from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 36m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $65.22 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Bruges to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Bruges to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Gelsenkirchen is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Bruges to Gelsenkirchen.

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

Book your Bruges 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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