Facts about the transport from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen
| Cheapest Transport | $27 |
| Fastest Transport | 5h 10m |
| Earliest Departure | 9:20 AM |
| Latest Departure | 5:50 PM |
| Departures per day | 4 |
| Distance | 259 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | FlixBus, Flixtrain |
Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen
Best Options
$27
$29
Other Options
Transportation from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen
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Trains$ 26.76
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Buses$ 26.76
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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 Rotterdam
To Rotterdam
From Gelsenkirchen
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How to get from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen
Travelling between Rotterdam and Gelsenkirchen is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 28.88 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus+train which will set you back mere USD 26.74.
How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen?
It can take you anywhere between 6 and 8 hours to travel between Rotterdam and Gelsenkirchen depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Rotterdam and Gelsenkirchen. Bus will bring you to your destination in 5h 10m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 7h 55m to reach Gelsenkirchen.
How much does it cost to get from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen?
Travelling between Rotterdam and Gelsenkirchen can be as cheap as USD 26.74 if you opt for a FlixBus, Flixtrain bus+train and as expensive as USD 28.88 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 Rotterdam and Gelsenkirchen ?
- 3 from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen starting from 13:30 Rotterdam Zuidplein until 17:50 Rotterdam CS Bus Station
- 1 by Bus+Train from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen starting from 09:20 Rotterdam CS Bus Station until 09:20 Rotterdam CS Bus Station
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam and Gelsenkirchen
FlixBus
What is the most popular transport to get from Rotterdam 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