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What is the best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Trains to Dusseldorf from Gelsenkirchen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
0h 43m
£6
£10
49
Car
0h 52m
£3
£3
18

What is the cheapest way to reach Dusseldorf from Gelsenkirchen?

You can reach Dusseldorf with just £3 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £6
Sunday
from £3
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 46m
    0
    02:07
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    02:53
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £6
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 28m
    0
    03:27
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    04:55
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £6
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 43m
    0
    22:37
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    23:20
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £6
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 12m
    0
    05:04
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    06:16
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 3m
    0
    05:55
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    06:58
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 22m
    0
    11:50
    Dortmund Airport
    13:10
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 52m
    0
    19:20
    Dortmund Airport
    20:10
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 55m
    0
    20:40
    Dortmund Airport
    21:40
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 9m
    0
    13:00
    Dortmund Airport
    14:10
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 55m
    0
    16:40
    Dortmund Airport
    17:30
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4

What are the fastest trips from Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf?

You can get to Dusseldorf from Gelsenkirchen in just 0h 43m 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.

Saturday
from 0h 43m
Sunday
from 0h 52m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 43m
    0
    22:37
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    23:20
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £6
  • Deutsche Bahn
    0h 46m
    0
    02:07
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    02:53
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £6
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 3m
    0
    05:55
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    06:58
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 12m
    0
    05:04
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    06:16
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 28m
    0
    03:27
    Gelsenkirchen
    Central Station
    04:55
    Dusseldorf
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £6

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 52m
    0
    19:20
    Dortmund Airport
    20:10
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 55m
    0
    20:40
    Dortmund Airport
    21:40
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 55m
    0
    16:40
    Dortmund Airport
    17:30
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 9m
    0
    13:00
    Dortmund Airport
    14:10
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 22m
    0
    11:50
    Dortmund Airport
    13:10
    Dusseldorf
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf

What are the most popular stations in Gelsenkirchen and Dusseldorf?

In Gelsenkirchen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central bus station or Buer Nord Train Station, while in Dusseldorf you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Central Station or Düsseldorf Coach Stop, 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 Dusseldorf from Gelsenkirchen? With 5 connections between 1 Carpool and 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 Gelsenkirchen and Dusseldorf, you can pay as low as £3 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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 Dusseldorf in just 0h 43m.

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 Gelsenkirchen and Dusseldorf are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, 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 Gelsenkirchen and Dusseldorf 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 Herne or to Dusseldorf Airport, 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 Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf?

The most popular companies between Gelsenkirchen and Dusseldorf, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. 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 Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf

How can I reach Dusseldorf from Gelsenkirchen?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Dusseldorf from Gelsenkirchen.

How far is Dusseldorf from Gelsenkirchen?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Dusseldorf is 38.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gelsenkirchen and Dusseldorf?

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 Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf?

You can get to Dusseldorf with just £3 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Dusseldorf?

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 Dusseldorf in just 0h 43m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Dusseldorf

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Dusseldorf. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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