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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen is to drive which costs €1 - €2 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen is to train which takes 9 min and costs €4 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gelsenkirchen Achternbergstr. and arriving at Essen Rathaus Essen. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Essen?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Essen is 10 km. The road distance is 10 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs €4 - €21.

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

The train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Essen bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Essen bus services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, depart from Gelsenkirchen Achternbergstr. station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Essen?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen is to train which takes 9 min and costs €4 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €6 and takes 23 min.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Essen bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Essen bus services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, arrive at Essen Rathaus Essen station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Essen is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Essen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Essen?

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Gelsenkirchen to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Essen by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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 Essen HbfRe42 / ...
9 min
€4–21
Drive 10 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Essen10 km
13 min
€2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Achternbergstr. to Essen Rathaus Essen155
23 min
€3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Essen10 km
13 min
€28–35
Line 107 tram
1. Take the tram from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Rathaus Essen107
32 min

Gelsenkirchen to Essen by train

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Distance: 10.2 km
Duration: 9 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Essen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 9 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ruhrbahn GmbH operates a bus from Gelsenkirchen Achternbergstr. to Essen Rathaus Essen every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 23 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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