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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Almelo?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Almelo via Dülmen, Bahnhof and Enschede. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Almelo is 127 km. The road distance is 121.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Almelo train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €55 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Almelo train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Almelo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dülmen, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Almelo is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo.

Where can I stay near Almelo?

There are 746+ hotels available in Almelo.

Gelsenkirchen to Almelo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Dülmen, BahnhofRe42 / ...
2. Take the train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to EnschedeRb51
3h 10m
€28–45
Drive 121.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Almelo121.9 km
1h 28m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Enschede027
4h 38m
€25–54

Gelsenkirchen to Almelo by train

108Weekly Trains

3h 10mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.7 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Almelo, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Almelo via Dülmen, Bahnhof and Enschede in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Enschede 5 times a week. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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