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

Composite routes from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen

Cheapest
23 min
Car
31 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.18

DB Bus

Phone:
+49 30 311682904
Website:
bahn.com/en
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.63–$10.18

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.72–$30.53

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.81–$16.54

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$13.99

TRI Train Rental GmbH

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

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.93–$4.33

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email:
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$9.54–$13.99

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.93–$4.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen is to rideshare which costs $2.50 - $3.91 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $5.98 - $8.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Dortmund and Gelsenkirchen is 36 km. The road distance is 36.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to bus which takes 30 min and costs $5.98 - $11.96 .

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

The bus from Dortmund central bus station to Gelsenkirchen takes 30 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regional, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen is to bus which takes 30 min and costs $5.98 - $11.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.50 - $26.09 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gelsenkirchen station.

Where does the Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regional, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen is 37 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen.

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

Book your Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen?

Book your Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 1471+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen. Prices start at $38.17 per night.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Gelsenkirchen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dortmund and Gelsenkirchen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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