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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern is to drive which takes 44 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Geldern?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Geldern Bahnhof via Krefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Geldern is 80 km. The road distance is 61 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Geldern train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €35 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Geldern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Geldern is 61 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern.

Where can I stay near Geldern?

There are 517+ hotels available in Geldern.

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

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

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 Krefeld Hbftrain Re42
2. Take the train from Krefeld Hbf to Geldern Bahnhoftrain Re10
1h 29m
Drive 61 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Gelderncar 61 km
44 min
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from DU-Hbf Osteingang to Geldern Ostwallbus Sb30
2h 37m
€13–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Gelderntaxi 61 km
44 min
€180–220
Train via Krefeld Oppum Bf
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Krefeld-Oppumtrain Rb
2. Take the train from Krefeld Oppum Bf to Geldern Bahnhoftrain Re10
1h 39m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gelsenkirchen to Geldern.

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Distance: 79.6 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Geldern, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Geldern Bahnhof via Krefeld Hbf in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, Niederrheinische Verkehrsbetriebe AG (NIAG) operates a bus from DU-Hbf Osteingang to Geldern Ostwall every 2 hours. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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