What is the cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein?

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein is to drive which costs €18 - €26 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein?

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs €18 - €26.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Linz am Rhein?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Linz via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Linz am Rhein is 145 km. The road distance is 125.1 km.

How do I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein without a car?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs €27 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs €27 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein.

How do I get a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein?

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Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Linztrain Rb27 / ...
2h 8m
€27–67
Drive 125.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rheincar 125.1 km
1h 19m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Troisdorf Bf to Linzbus Re8x
3h 57m
Train via Bochum Hbf
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Linztrain Rb27 / ...
3h 47m

Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein by train

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2h 8mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Gelsenkirchen to Linz am Rhein.

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Distance: 145.3 km
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Linz am Rhein, Germany?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Linz via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Linz via Essen Hbf, Essen central train station, Cologne Airport CGN, Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Troisdorf Bf, and Troisdorf Bf in around 3h 57m.

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