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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam is to bus via Duisburg Portsmouthplatz which costs €13 - €40 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gelsenkirchen and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Oberhausen Hbf, Utrecht Centraal and Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Rotterdam is 222 km. The road distance is 220.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €40 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gelsenkirchen station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €40 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus via Duisburg Portsmouthplatz, which costs €13 - €40 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam.

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

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam?

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Utrecht Centraaltrain Ice / ...
3h 22m
€41–132
Bus via Duisburg Portsmouthplatz
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duisburg Portsmouthplatz to Rotterdam Conradstraatbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3631
4h 3m
€14–36
Drive 220.9 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdamcar 220.9 km
2h 19m
€39–56
Train via Arnhem
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
4h 29m
€45–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N1361
5h 25m
€23–35

Gelsenkirchen to Rotterdam by train

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.8 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Oberhausen Hbf to Utrecht Centraal every 4 hours. Tickets cost €24–80 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Duisburg Portsmouthplatz to Rotterdam Conradstraat once a week. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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