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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim is to drive which costs €2 - €5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim is to train which takes 17 min and costs €6 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Mülheim?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Mülheim Hauptbahnhof. Services depart four times a day, and operate Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Mülheim?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Mülheim Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Mülheim is 20 km. The road distance is 20.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs €6 - €11.

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

The train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Mülheim Hauptbahnhof takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim is to train which takes 17 min and costs €6 - €11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €6 and takes 37 min.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Mülheim Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim is 20 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim.

Where can I stay near Mülheim?

There are 2049+ hotels available in Mülheim.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Mülheim HauptbahnhofRe42 / ...
17 min
€6–11
Drive 20.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim20.3 km
21 min
€3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Mülheim HauptbahnhofRe42 / ...
37 min
€4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim20.3 km
21 min
€50–65

Gelsenkirchen to Mülheim by train

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Distance: 20.1 km
Duration: 17 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Mülheim Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 17 min. National Express also services this route once daily. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Mülheim Hauptbahnhof 4 times a day. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 37 min.

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