What is the best way to travel from Heerlen to Gelsenkirchen?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Gelsenkirchen from Heerlen?
You can reach Gelsenkirchen with just £34 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 4m000:24HeerlenCentral Station05:28GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 00:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 05:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 4m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m006:24HeerlenCentral Station09:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 06:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 09:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m007:24HeerlenCentral Station10:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 07:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 10:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m008:24HeerlenCentral Station11:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 08:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 11:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m009:24HeerlenCentral Station12:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 09:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from Heerlen to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen from Heerlen in just 3h 0m 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 Bahn3h 0m006:24HeerlenCentral Station09:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 06:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 09:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m007:24HeerlenCentral Station10:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 07:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 10:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m008:24HeerlenCentral Station11:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 08:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 11:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m009:24HeerlenCentral Station12:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 09:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 4m000:24HeerlenCentral Station05:28GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Heerlen (Netherlands) at 08/02/2026 00:24:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 08/02/2026 05:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 4m
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Bus from Heerlen to Gelsenkirchen
What are the most popular stations in Heerlen and Gelsenkirchen?
In Heerlen, you will usually depart from Uitstaphalte Bus Stop, Woonboulevard Station or Central 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 Heerlen? 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 Heerlen and Gelsenkirchen, you can pay as low as £34 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 3h 0m.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 Heerlen 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 Heerlen 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 Landgraaf or to Herne, and look at flights from Liege 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 Heerlen to Gelsenkirchen?
The most popular companies between Heerlen 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 Heerlen to Gelsenkirchen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Heerlen 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 Heerlen to Gelsenkirchen
How can I reach Gelsenkirchen from Heerlen?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Gelsenkirchen from Heerlen.
How far is Gelsenkirchen from Heerlen?
The distance between Heerlen and Gelsenkirchen is 104.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Heerlen 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 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 18 kgs, and a flight 26 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Heerlen to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen with just £34 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Heerlen 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 3h 0m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
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