What is the best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Ludwigshafen?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Trains to Ludwigshafen 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!
What is the cheapest way to reach Ludwigshafen from Gelsenkirchen?
You can reach Ludwigshafen with just £15 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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BlaBlaCar3h 0m014:00Dusseldorf Airport17:00Ludwigshafen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/07/2026 14:00:00 to , Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 31/07/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 48m022:57Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport05:45LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 22:57:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 48m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 24m004:32Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport08:56LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 04:32:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 08:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m019:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport23:32LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 19:02:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 23:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 56m004:32Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:28LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 04:32:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 07:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 56m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 29m016:32Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport20:01LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 16:32:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 20:01:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
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BlaBlaCar3h 40m013:20Gelsenkirchen17:00Ludwigshafen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 04/08/2026 13:20:00 to , Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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What are the fastest trips from Gelsenkirchen to Ludwigshafen?
You can get to Ludwigshafen from Gelsenkirchen in just 2h 56m 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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BlaBlaCar3h 0m014:00Dusseldorf Airport17:00Ludwigshafen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/07/2026 14:00:00 to , Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 31/07/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 56m004:32Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:28LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 04:32:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 07:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 56m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 29m016:32Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport20:01LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 16:32:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 20:01:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 24m004:32Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport08:56LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 04:32:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 08:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m019:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport23:32LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 19:02:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 03/08/2026 23:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 48m022:57Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport05:45LudwigshafenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 03/08/2026 22:57:00 to Central Station, Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 48m
Fastest Trains Monday
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BlaBlaCar3h 40m013:20Gelsenkirchen17:00Ludwigshafen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 04/08/2026 13:20:00 to , Ludwigshafen (Germany) arriving at 04/08/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Bus from Gelsenkirchen to Ludwigshafen
What are the most popular stations in Gelsenkirchen and Ludwigshafen?
In Gelsenkirchen, you will usually depart from Buer Nord Train Station, Central bus station or Central Station, while in Ludwigshafen you will be arriving at Mundenheim Train Station, Oggersheim, Hans-Warsch-Pl. Bus Stop 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 Ludwigshafen from Gelsenkirchen? With 2 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 Ludwigshafen, you can pay as low as £15 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 Ludwigshafen in just 2h 56m.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 Ludwigshafen 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 Ludwigshafen 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 Mannheim, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Mannheim City 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 Ludwigshafen?
The most popular companies between Gelsenkirchen and Ludwigshafen, 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 Ludwigshafen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gelsenkirchen to Ludwigshafen. 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 Ludwigshafen
How can I reach Ludwigshafen from Gelsenkirchen?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Ludwigshafen from Gelsenkirchen.
How far is Ludwigshafen from Gelsenkirchen?
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Ludwigshafen is 246.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gelsenkirchen and Ludwigshafen?
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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 42 kgs, and a flight 61 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Gelsenkirchen to Ludwigshafen?
You can get to Ludwigshafen with just £15 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ludwigshafen?
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 Ludwigshafen in just 2h 56m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Ludwigshafen
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Ludwigshafen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
