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How to get from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?

Are you planning to travel to Gelsenkirchen from Essen and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Essen to Gelsenkirchen, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Essen and Gelsenkirchen, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (HKX, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn or FlixBus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Essen and Gelsenkirchen, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Gelsenkirchen trip.

For your trip from Essen to Gelsenkirchen, you have several transport options

Essen to Gelsenkirchen bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Essen to Gelsenkirchen, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Essen to Gelsenkirchen train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Essen Gelsenkirchen train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Essen to Gelsenkirchen transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Essen Gelsenkirchen

City of departure
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Gelsenkirchen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
5 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train and coach
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Plan your trip from Essen to Gelsenkirchen easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Essen and Gelsenkirchen that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as HKX, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Gelsenkirchen with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Essen and Gelsenkirchen

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
Prices Coach tickets from Essen to Gelsenkirchen are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Gelsenkirchen (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Comfort Essen-Gelsenkirchen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Essen to Gelsenkirchen?
Landscapes Trains between Essen and Gelsenkirchen often offer breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Cost Essen Gelsenkirchen train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.

Where to start from in Essen? Where do I arrive in Gelsenkirchen?

Essen departure bus stations

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Essen Departure Stations

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Essen West
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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Altenessen
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Essen-Bergeborbeck
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Essen-Borbeck
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Essen-Borbeck Süd
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Essen-Dellwig
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Essen-Dellwig Ost
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Essen-Gerschede
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Essen-Holthausen
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Essen-Kray Nord
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Essen-Kupferdreh
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Essen-Überruhr
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Essen-Zollverein Nord
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None

Gelsenkirchen arrival coach stations

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Gelsenkirchen Arrival Stations

Gelsenkirchen Hbf
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Gelsenkirchen-Buer Nord
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Gelsenkirchen-Hassel
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Gelsenkirchen-Rotthausen
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coach Essen Gelsenkirchen

Buses between Essen and Gelsenkirchen usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

The frequency of departures to Essen from Gelsenkirchen varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Gelsenkirchen, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Essen-Gelsenkirchen route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Essen to Gelsenkirchen on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Essen Gelsenkirchen

FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Essen Gelsenkirchen

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Essen to Gelsenkirchen. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Essen and Gelsenkirchen.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Essen to Gelsenkirchen. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

Train tickets from Essen to Gelsenkirchen can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies from Essen to Gelsenkirchen

HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
ÖBB
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
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