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What is the best way to travel from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Carpool to Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
0h 45m
£16
£16
202
Car
0h 50m
£3
£5
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What is the cheapest way to reach Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf?

You can reach Gelsenkirchen with just £3 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £3
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from £8
Monday

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 50m
    0
    18:40
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    19:30
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    10:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    12:00
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    16:40
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    20:00
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    19:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    20:50
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £7

    • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 26m
    0
    02:32
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    03:58
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 52m
    0
    04:27
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    05:19
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 45m
    0
    05:34
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    06:19
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 45m
    0
    06:34
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    07:19
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 45m
    0
    07:34
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    08:19
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    20:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    22:00
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £8

What are the fastest trips from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?

You can get to Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf in just 0h 45m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 0h 45m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 1h 10m
Monday

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 45m
    0
    05:34
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    06:19
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 45m
    0
    06:34
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    07:19
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 45m
    0
    07:34
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    08:19
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 52m
    0
    04:27
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    05:19
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 26m
    0
    02:32
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    03:58
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16

    • Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 50m
    0
    18:40
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    19:30
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    16:40
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    10:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    12:00
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    20:00
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    19:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    20:50
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £7

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    20:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    22:00
    Gelsenkirchen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £8
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen

What are the most popular stations in Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen?

In Dusseldorf, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Düsseldorf Coach Stop, while in Gelsenkirchen you will be arriving at Central Station, Central bus station or Buer Nord Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf? With 5 connections between 1 Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen, you can pay as low as £3 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Gelsenkirchen in just 0h 45m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen are BlaBlaCar and Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Dusseldorf Airport or to Herne, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?

The most popular companies between Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen, are BlaBlaCar and Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen

How can I reach Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf.

How far is Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf?

The distance between Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen is 38.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 7 kgs, and a flight 10 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?

You can get to Gelsenkirchen with just £3 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Gelsenkirchen in just 0h 45m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Dusseldorf and to Gelsenkirchen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dusseldorf and to Gelsenkirchen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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