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Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen

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Six ways to Travel from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen

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Cheapest
By car (375 km)
3 h 30 min
375 km.
from $20
Other
Rideshare
3 h 30 min
375 km.
from $14.27
Train via Cologne
6 h
332 km.
from $167.72
Bus
9 h 29 min
332 km.
from $86.48
Train, Bus
8 h 9 min
332 km.
from $94.07
Train
7 h 15 min
330 km.
from $233.61

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Lille to Duisburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83
Bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.76–$15.19
Bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.77–$58.23

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$20.25
Bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Dunkerque to Lille
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.46–$36.71

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$69.62

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$43.04

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$44.30–$94.93
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$151.89
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.28–$177.21

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:
$54.43–$62.02
Train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$35.44–$39.24

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:
$20.25–$29.11

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:
$8.23–$12.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which costs $41.30 - $92.39 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Dunkirk and Gelsenkirchen is 494 km. The road distance is 370.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 6h and costs $81.52 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by SNCF, depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen is to train via Cologne which takes 6h and costs $81.52 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $41.30 - $92.39 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen is 370 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Dunkirk to Gelsenkirchen.

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

Book your Dunkirk 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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