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Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi

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Five ways to Travel from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi

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Cheapest
By car (271 km)
2 h 34 min
271 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 34 min
271 km.
from $10.31
Train
4 h 57 min
220 km.
from $124.35
Bus
6 h 53 min
222 km.
from $65.72
Train, Bus
7 h 20 min
222 km.
from $89.41

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54
Bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Charleroi
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$34.35

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Essen central train station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

Flibco

Phone:
+352 26 58 57 1
Email:
Website:
flibco.com/en
Bus from Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 to Charleroi
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45

Grandes Tour

Phone:
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Website:
grandes-tour.com.ua/
Bus from Essen central train station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.80–$95.42
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.17–$43.26
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36
Train from Duisburg Hbf to Aachen,
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Liège-Guillemins to Charleroi-Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.17–$34.35

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.58–$7.00
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$15.27

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email:
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi is to bus which costs $30.43 - $70.65 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Charleroi?

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

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Charleroi is 303 km. The road distance is 268.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $31.52 - $184.78 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $31.52 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $70.65 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi is 268 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi.

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

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Charleroi train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Charleroi?

There are 362+ hotels available in Charleroi. Prices start at $32.87 per night.
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