What is the best way to travel from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf?
You can reach Gelsenkirchen with just £11 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 Bahn2h 1m014:48Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station16:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 14:48:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 16:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 1m015:48Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station17:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 15:48:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 17:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 40m016:09Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station17:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 16:09:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 17:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 1m016:48Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station18:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 16:48:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 40m017:09Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station18:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 17:09:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn0h 50m005:34DusseldorfCentral Station06:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 05:34:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 06:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 45m007:39DusseldorfCentral Station08:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 07:39:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 08:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 43m008:41DusseldorfCentral Station09:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 08:41:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 09:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 43m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 40m019:26DusseldorfCentral Station20:06GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 19:26:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 20:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 46m021:38DusseldorfCentral Station22:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 21:38:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 22:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 46m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 15m002:39Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport04:54GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/03/2026 02:39:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/03/2026 04:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 45m004:34Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport05:19GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/03/2026 04:34:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/03/2026 05:19:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 38m019:28Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport20:06GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/03/2026 19:28:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/03/2026 20:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 44m000:05Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station03:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 00:05:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 03:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 44m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 35m000:05Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station04:40GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 00:05:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 04:40:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 59m003:20Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station05:19GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 03:20:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 05:19:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 54m003:55Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station06:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 03:55:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 06:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 54m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 14m004:05Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station06:19GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 04:05:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 06:19:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 14m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf in just 0h 38m 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 Bahn1h 40m016:09Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station17:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 16:09:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 17:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 40m017:09Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station18:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 17:09:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 1m014:48Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station16:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 14:48:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 16:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 1m015:48Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station17:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 15:48:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 17:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 1m016:48Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station18:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 04/03/2026 16:48:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 04/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn0h 40m019:26DusseldorfCentral Station20:06GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 19:26:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 20:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 43m008:41DusseldorfCentral Station09:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 08:41:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 09:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 43m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 45m007:39DusseldorfCentral Station08:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 07:39:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 08:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 46m021:38DusseldorfCentral Station22:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 21:38:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 22:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 50m005:34DusseldorfCentral Station06:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 07/03/2026 05:34:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 07/03/2026 06:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Fastest Trains Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn0h 38m019:28Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport20:06GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/03/2026 19:28:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/03/2026 20:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
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Deutsche Bahn0h 45m004:34Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport05:19GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/03/2026 04:34:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/03/2026 05:19:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 15m002:39Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport04:54GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 09/03/2026 02:39:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/03/2026 04:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
Fastest Trains Monday
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Deutsche Bahn1h 59m003:20Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station05:19GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 03:20:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 05:19:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 14m004:05Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station06:19GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 04:05:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 06:19:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 14m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 54m003:55Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station06:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 03:55:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 06:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 54m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 44m000:05Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station03:49GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 00:05:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 03:49:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 44m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 35m000:05Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station04:40GelsenkirchenCentral Station0First ClassA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 10/03/2026 00:05:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/03/2026 04:40:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen
What are the most popular stations in Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen?
In Dusseldorf, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Düsseldorf Coach Stop or Central Station, while in Gelsenkirchen you will be arriving at Buer Nord Train Station, Central bus station or Central 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 Dusseldorf? With 5 connections between 1 Train and Carpool 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 Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen, you can pay as low as £11 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 0h 38m.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 Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf Airport or to Herne, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, 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 Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
The most popular companies between Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen
How can I reach Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf.
How far is Gelsenkirchen from Dusseldorf?
The distance between Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen is 38.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dusseldorf 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 1 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 7 kgs, and a flight 10 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dusseldorf to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen with just £11 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Dusseldorf 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 0h 38m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Dusseldorf and to Gelsenkirchen
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