What is the cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas?

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas is to bus which costs €23 - €65 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas?

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Sint-Niklaas?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Saint-Nicolas via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, Breda and Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Sint-Niklaas is 296 km. The road distance is 229.8 km.

How do I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas without a car?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 41m and costs €50 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 41m and costs €50 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €65 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas.

Where can I stay near Sint-Niklaas?

There are 1061+ hotels available in Sint-Niklaas.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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 Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraal78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Breda
3. Take the train from Breda to Anvers-CentralEc
4h 41m
€53–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to AntwerpN1387
5h 37m
€23–62
Drive 229.8 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas229.8 km
2h 26m
€36–51
Train (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles MidiTha
5h 52m
€66–162

Gelsenkirchen to Sint-Niklaas by train

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.8 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Sint-Niklaas, Belgium?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Saint-Nicolas via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, Breda, and Anvers-Central in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Antwerp 6 times a week. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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