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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig is to bus which costs €17 - €70 and takes 9h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Merzig?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Merzig via Düsseldorf Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Merzig is 338 km. The road distance is 284.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig without a car is to train via Koblenz which takes 4h 59m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Merzig train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig is to train via Koblenz which takes 4h 59m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €70 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Merzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Merzig is 284 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig.

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

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Where can I stay near Merzig?

There are 595+ hotels available in Merzig.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig 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 via Koblenz
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf35 / ...
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof1 / ...
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to MerzigRe1
4h 59m
€57–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon180
2. Take the bus from Gasperich, Cloche d'Or to Merzig, Stadthalle404
9h 1m
€18–66
Drive 284.5 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Merzig284.5 km
3h 4m
€41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbf35 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Trier, Hauptbahnhof
3. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Merzig
6h 6m
€57–97

Gelsenkirchen to Merzig by train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.3 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Merzig via Düsseldorf Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Merzig, Stadthalle via Essen Hbf, Essen central train station, Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon, Hollerich, P+R Bouillon, Gasperich, prov. Cloche d'Or Quai 4, and Gasperich, Cloche d'Or in around 9h 1m.

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