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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen is to drive which costs €12 - €18 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Frechen?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Köln Weiden West via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Frechen is 93 km. The road distance is 86.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Frechen train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Frechen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Frechen is 86 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen.

Where can I stay near Frechen?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Frechen.

Gelsenkirchen to Frechen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Frechen by train, bus, or car

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 28m
€34–41
Drive 86.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Frechencar 86.4 km
53 min
€13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
2h 7m
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain 35 / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Horremtrain Re
2h 23m
€22–43

Gelsenkirchen to Frechen by train

72Weekly Trains

1h 28mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 93 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €28–31 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 45 min.

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