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Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen

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Six ways to Travel from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen

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Cheapest
By car (270 km)
2 h 35 min
270 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 35 min
270 km.
from $10.27
Train via Cologne
4 h 57 min
222 km.
from $88.15
Train (Train)
5 h 3 min
222 km.
from $115.57
Bus
7 h 2 min
222 km.
from $67.20
Train (Train #2)
5 h 27 min
222 km.
from $124.83

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Maastricht to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.42–$22.74

Flibco

Phone:
+352 26 58 57 1
Email:
Website:
flibco.com/en
Bus from Charleroi Airport to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.69–$25.27

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$46.74–$101.07
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.58–$69.48
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.32–$113.70
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$60.64–$126.34

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$39.16–$44.22
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$35.37–$39.16
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$29.06–$32.85
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.22–$50.53

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.63–$20.21

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Charleroi-Central to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.00–$17.69
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.58–$11.37

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
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.58–$45.48

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
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
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.90–$20.21

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$15.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs $32.61 - $70.65 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct train between Charleroi and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Liege-Guillemins and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Charleroi and Gelsenkirchen is 302 km. The road distance is 266.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 57m and costs $51.09 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 57m and costs $51.09 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $70.65 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen is 267 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Charleroi to Gelsenkirchen.

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

Book your Charleroi 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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