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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Trier is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Trier is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Trier?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Trier. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Trier?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Trier is 293 km. The road distance is 241.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Trier without a car is to train via Koblenz which takes 3h 36m and costs €65 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Trier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Trier train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Trier?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Trier is to train via Koblenz which takes 3h 36m and costs €65 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus via Düsseldorf, which costs €19 - €60 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Trier train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Trier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Trier?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Trier is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Trier.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Trier 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 Koblenz
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Trier, HauptbahnhofRe11 / ...
3h 36m
€66–109
Bus via Düsseldorf
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Trier central train station011
6h 9m
€19–59
Drive 241.6 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Trier241.6 km
2h 25m
€35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Trier, HauptbahnhofRe12
5h 31m
€34–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Trier central train stationN1327
6h 43m
€24–32

Gelsenkirchen to Trier by train

16Weekly Trains

3h 36mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Trier central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €13–30 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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