What is the cheapest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen?

The cheapest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which costs €17 - €26 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen?

The fastest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct train between Linz am Rhein and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Linz and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Linz am Rhein and Gelsenkirchen is 141 km. The road distance is 124.7 km.

How do I travel from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

The best way to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €40 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Linz station.

Train or bus from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €40 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen.

How do I get a train ticket from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen?

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Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Linz to Köln Hbftrain Rb27 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 35 / ...
3h 4m
€40–48
Drive 124.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchencar 124.7 km
1h 22m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bonn to Essenbus Kyiv-Den haag / ...
3h 36m
Train, line 107 tram
1. Take the train from Linz to Köln Hbftrain Re8
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
3. Take the tram from Essen Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftram 107
3h 27m

Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Map of how to get from Linz am Rhein to Gelsenkirchen.

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Distance: 140.9 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Linz am Rhein, Germany and Gelsenkirchen, Germany?

You can take a train from Linz to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Köln Hbf in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, Pavluks Trans operates a bus from Bonn to Essen 5 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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