What is the best way to travel from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Gelsenkirchen from Bad Hersfeld?
You can reach Gelsenkirchen with just £24 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Deutsche Bahn5h 0m003:24Bad HersfeldCentral Station08:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 03:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 26/04/2026 08:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 15m008:09Bad HersfeldCentral Station12:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 08:09:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 26/04/2026 12:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 14m021:16Bad HersfeldCentral Station03:30GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 21:16:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 27/04/2026 03:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 14m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 38m021:16Bad HersfeldCentral Station04:54GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 21:16:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 27/04/2026 04:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 38m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 30m003:24Bad HersfeldCentral Station09:54GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 03:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 26/04/2026 09:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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What are the fastest trips from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen from Bad Hersfeld in just 4h 15m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn4h 15m008:09Bad HersfeldCentral Station12:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 08:09:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 26/04/2026 12:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 0m003:24Bad HersfeldCentral Station08:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 03:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 26/04/2026 08:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 14m021:16Bad HersfeldCentral Station03:30GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 21:16:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 27/04/2026 03:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 14m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 30m003:24Bad HersfeldCentral Station09:54GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 03:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 26/04/2026 09:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 38m021:16Bad HersfeldCentral Station04:54GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bad Hersfeld (Germany) at 26/04/2026 21:16:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 27/04/2026 04:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 38m
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Bus from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen
What are the most popular stations in Bad Hersfeld and Gelsenkirchen?
In Bad Hersfeld, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Wildeck-Obersuhl Train Station, while in Gelsenkirchen you will be arriving at Central Station, Central bus station or Buer Nord Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Gelsenkirchen from Bad Hersfeld? With 5 connections between 1 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bad Hersfeld and Gelsenkirchen, you can pay as low as £24 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Gelsenkirchen in just 4h 15m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bad Hersfeld and Gelsenkirchen are Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Bad Hersfeld and Gelsenkirchen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ludwigsau or to Herne, and look at flights from , and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen?
The most popular companies between Bad Hersfeld and Gelsenkirchen, are Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen
How can I reach Gelsenkirchen from Bad Hersfeld?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Gelsenkirchen from Bad Hersfeld.
How far is Gelsenkirchen from Bad Hersfeld?
The distance between Bad Hersfeld and Gelsenkirchen is 196.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bad Hersfeld and Gelsenkirchen?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 48 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen with just £24 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Bad Hersfeld to Gelsenkirchen?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Gelsenkirchen in just 4h 15m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Bad Hersfeld and to Gelsenkirchen
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bad Hersfeld and to Gelsenkirchen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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