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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €11 - €16.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Cologne is 82 km. The road distance is 78.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs €15 - €55.

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

The train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Cologne Hbf takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Cologne train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs €15 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Cologne train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Cologne is 79 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne?

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

Gelsenkirchen to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Cologne by train, bus, car, taxi, tram, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 35 / ...
1h 6m
€15–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Gelsenkirchen to Colognerideshare 83.7 km
1h 14m
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
1h 54m
Drive 78.7 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Colognecar 78.7 km
50 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Colognetaxi 78.7 km
50 min
€180–220
Line 107 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbftram 107
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hansaringtrain S6
2h 26m

Gelsenkirchen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 82.3 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €18–55 and the journey takes 1h 6m. National Express also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 45 min.

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