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

The cheapest way to get from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen is to drive which costs €3 - €5 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs €60 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Velbert and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Velbert ZOB and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Wiehagen via Essen Bredeney. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Velbert and Gelsenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Velbert Neviges Markt/Bahnhof and arriving at Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Velbert and Gelsenkirchen is 35 km. The road distance is 24.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs €12 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velbert to Gelsenkirchen bus from?

Velbert to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, depart from Velbert ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Velbert to Gelsenkirchen train from?

Velbert to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Velbert Neviges Markt/Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen?

The best way to get from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen is to train which takes 50 min and costs €12 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Essen Hbf, which costs €6 - €27 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Velbert to Gelsenkirchen bus arrive?

Velbert to Gelsenkirchen bus services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, arrive at Essen Bredeney station.

Where does the Velbert to Gelsenkirchen train arrive?

Velbert to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Velbert to Gelsenkirchen is 24 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen.

Where can I stay near Gelsenkirchen?

There are 2079+ hotels available in Gelsenkirchen.

Velbert to Gelsenkirchen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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 Velbert Neviges Markt/Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain S9 / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain Re42 / ...
50 min
€12–33
Drive 24.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Velbert to Gelsenkirchencar 24.3 km
25 min
€4–5
Bus via Essen Hbf
1. Take the bus from Velbert ZOB to Essen Hbfbus Sb19
58 min
€7–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velbert to Gelsenkirchentaxi 24.3 km
25 min
€60–75
Bus, line 107 tram
1. Take the bus from Velbert ZOB to Essen Hbfbus Sb19
2. Take the tram from Essen Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftram 107
1h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velbert ZOB to Essen Bredeneybus 169
2. Take the bus from Essen Bredeney to Gelsenkirchen Wiehagenbus 194
1h 31m

Velbert to Gelsenkirchen by train

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Map of how to get from Velbert to Gelsenkirchen.

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Distance: 35.4 km
Duration: 50 min

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

You can take a train from Velbert Neviges Markt/Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Essen Hbf in around 50 min. Alternatively, BVR Busverkehr Rheinland GmbH operates a bus from Velbert ZOB to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 34 min. Rheinbahn AG also services this route every 3 hours.

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