What is the cheapest way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which costs €2 - €5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen?

The fastest way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 16 min and costs €1 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Castrop-Rauxel and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Castrop-Rauxel and Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Castrop-Rauxel and Gelsenkirchen is 16 km. The road distance is 19.8 km.

How do I travel from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

The best way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs €1 - €11.

How long does it take to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen?

The train from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf station.

Train or bus from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 16 min and costs €1 - €11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €8 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Where does the Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen is 20 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2202+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Can I share a ride from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen?

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

Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Rb32 / ...
16 min
€1–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbfbus S2 / ...
45 min
€4–8
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchenrideshare 19.7 km
31 min
€4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchentaxi 19.8 km
19 min
€55–70
Drive 19.8 km
1. Drive from Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchencar 19.8 km
19 min
€3–5

Castrop-Rauxel to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Distance: 16.1 km
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Castrop-Rauxel, Germany and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €1–2 and the journey takes 16 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Castrop-Rauxel Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 45 min. Eurobahn also services this route 3 times a week.

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