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How to get from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen?

Planning to travel to Erfurt from Gelsenkirchen and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Abellio, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus or Blablacar), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Erfurt Gelsenkirchen trip.

For your trip from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Erfurt Gelsenkirchen train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Erfurt Gelsenkirchen

Carpooling from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen is perfect if you want to travel to Gelsenkirchen in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Erfurt or Gelsenkirchen.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Erfurt Gelsenkirchen Travel Information

Departure city
Erfurt
Germany
Thuringia
Destination city
Gelsenkirchen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
174 mi
Direct connection
There is no direct connection by any means of transportation
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Plan your trip from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Abellio, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus or Blablacar to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen

Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen?
Price The price of bus tickets from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Gelsenkirchen (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Comfort Erfurt-Gelsenkirchen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen?
Environmentally friendly The Erfurt Gelsenkirchen train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Cost Erfurt Gelsenkirchen train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen?
Friendliness Carpooling from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Erfurt Gelsenkirchen trip. He is not always on time.

Where to start from in Erfurt? Where do I arrive in Gelsenkirchen?

Erfurt Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Erfurt

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Gelsenkirchen arrival bus stations

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Gelsenkirchen Arrival Stations

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Gelsenkirchen Zoo
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Bus Erfurt Gelsenkirchen

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when making a reservation. Most of the time, cancelling or changing your Erfurt-Gelsenkirchen bus ticket will incur additional costs.

Most buses between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Erfurt-Gelsenkirchen varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Erfurt-Gelsenkirchen bus prices on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Erfurt Gelsenkirchen

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Trains Erfurt Gelsenkirchen

Train tickets from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Trains between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen are equipped with power outlets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power outlets are available in most cars, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

Train companies between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen

Abellio
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Deutsche Bahn
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EuroBahn
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NordWestBahn
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Carpool Erfurt Gelsenkirchen

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Erfurt to Gelsenkirchen depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Erfurt-Gelsenkirchen, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Erfurt and Gelsenkirchen also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Erfurt Gelsenkirchen

Blablacar
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