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Today15 Aug
from US$59
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 15 August at
    Departure city: Aachen
    Departure location: Aachen Henricistraße
    Arrival time: 15 August at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen

Bus
Average priceUS$81 - US$81Average duration7h 55m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average priceUS$25 - US$102Average duration2h 10m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
2h 10mAverage duration
US$25Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Aachen to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$81
Average bus trip duration7h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure15:05
Distance67 miles

Aachen to Gelsenkirchen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Aachen - Gelsenkirchen

  1. How far is Gelsenkirchen from Aachen by coach?

    The journey from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen by coach covers an approximate distance of 67 miles (108 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

    You can reach Gelsenkirchen from Aachen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on 15 Aug 2025 with a price of US$56

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Aachen to Gelsenkirchen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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