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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Reims is to bus which costs €45 - €65 and takes 11h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Reims is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Reims?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Reims. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Reims via Essen Hbf and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Reims?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Reims is 743 km. The road distance is 399.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Reims without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs €120 - €340.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Reims, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Reims train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Reims train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Reims?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Reims is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs €120 - €340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €65 and takes 11h 29m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Reims train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Reims train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Reims?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Reims is 399 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Reims.

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

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Where can I stay near Reims?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Reims by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Essen Hbf to Paris NordThalys
2. Take the train from Paris Est to ReimsTgv
7h 44m
€121–336
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV180
11h 29m
€45–62
Drive 399.3 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Reims399.3 km
4h 22m
€62–90
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)DUS - CDG
3. Take the train from Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy to Champagne-Ardenne
6h 12m
€130–358

Gelsenkirchen to Reims by train and foot

13Weekly Services

7h 44mAverage Duration

€121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 742.6 km
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Reims, France?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Reims via Essen Hbf, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV once daily. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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