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

The cheapest way to get from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Vechta and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Vechta and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Vechta and Gelsenkirchen is 186 km. The road distance is 180.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €29 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vechta to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Vechta to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Vechta station.

Where does the Vechta to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Vechta to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Vechta to Gelsenkirchen is 180 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen.

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

Book your Vechta to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Vechta to Gelsenkirchen - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen by train, car, or bus

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 Vechta to Osnabrück Hbftrain Rb58
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re2
2h 59m
€29–53
Drive 180.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Vechta to Gelsenkirchencar 180.1 km
1h 41m
€26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vechta Münsterstraße to Diepholz Bahnhofbus Om2
2. Take the train from Diepholz to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 43
3h 14m

Vechta to Gelsenkirchen by train

135Weekly Trains

2h 59mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.4 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Vechta to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf in around 2h 59m.

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