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 - €65 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 6m 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 Duesseldorf Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

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 which takes 5h 30m and costs €50 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m 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 which takes 5h 30m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €65 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 6m 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 609+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain 35 / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Merzigtrain Re1
5h 30m
€55–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Luxembourg, P+R Bouillonbus 180
2. Take the bus from Gasperich, Cloche d'Or to Merzig, Stadthallebus 404
9h 1m
€18–61
Drive 284.5 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Merzigcar 284.5 km
3h 6m
€41–59
Train via Mechernich
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 35 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Kall Bftrain
3. Take the train from Kall Bf to Pfalzel, Hafenstraßetrain
4. Take the train from Pfalzel, Hafenstraße to Merzigtrain
7h 1m
€59–99

Gelsenkirchen to Merzig by train

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.5 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Merzig via Düsseldorf Hbf, Duesseldorf Hbf, and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 30m. 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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