Facts about the transport from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen
| Cheapest Transport | $22 |
| Fastest Transport | 2h 15m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:25 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:07 PM |
| Departures per day | 5 |
| Distance | 113 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | CD, FlixBus, Flixtrain |
Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen
Best Options
$22
$42
Other Options
Transportation from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen
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Trains$ 22.48
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Buses$ 21.41
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Frankfurt
To Frankfurt
From Gelsenkirchen
Popular Routes in Germany
How to get from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen
Travelling between Frankfurt and Gelsenkirchen is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 41.72 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 21.39.
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen?
It can take you anywhere between 3 and 13 hours to travel between Frankfurt and Gelsenkirchen depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Frankfurt and Gelsenkirchen. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 12h 30m to reach Gelsenkirchen.
How much does it cost to get from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen?
Travelling between Frankfurt and Gelsenkirchen can be as cheap as USD 21.39 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 41.72 if you buy a FlixBus Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Frankfurt and Gelsenkirchen ?
- 5 from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen starting from 00:25 Frankfurt Airport until 20:35 Frankfurt Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Frankfurt and Gelsenkirchen
FlixBus
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Frankfurt to Gelsenkirchen?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus