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Six ways to Travel from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel

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Cheapest
By car (496 km)
4 h 15 min
496 km.
from $27
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Rideshare
4 h 15 min
496 km.
from $18.87
Train
5 h 16 min
372 km.
from $145.27
Train, Plane
5 h 1 min
372 km.
from $271.53
Train via Osnabrück (Deutsche Bahn)
6 h 15 min
372 km.
from $117.89

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.07–$69.97

Airlines

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$63.61–$343.51

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Münster
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$33.08–$36.90
Train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.61–$76.34
Train from Hamburg Dammtor to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$38.17–$43.26
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to D-Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.99–$33.08
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.90–$41.98
Train from Osnabrück Hbf to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.52–$64.89

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$44.53

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Münster
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.54–$25.45
Train from Hamburg Dammtor to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to D-Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Dülmen,
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08
Train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to Osnabrück
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to D-Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81

TRI Train Rental GmbH

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

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Münster
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$10.18

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email:
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to D-Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel is to bus which costs $40.22 - $86.96 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Kiel?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Kiel Hbf via Münster Hauptbahnhof and Hamburg Dammtor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Kiel is 466 km. The road distance is 442 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $76.09 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Kiel train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $76.09 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40.22 - $86.96 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Kiel train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Münster Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Kiel is 442 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Kiel.

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

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Kiel train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kiel?

There are 1410+ hotels available in Kiel. Prices start at $47.08 per night.
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