What is the best way to travel from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Gelsenkirchen from Kassel?
You can reach Gelsenkirchen with just £12 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.
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BlaBlaCar1h 50m003:10Kassel05:00Gelsenkirchen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 03:10:00 to , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/05/2026 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 53m012:07KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station15:00GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 12:07:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/05/2026 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 52m021:03KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station23:55GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 21:03:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/05/2026 23:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 21m020:13KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station23:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 20:13:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/05/2026 23:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 59m022:13KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station05:12GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 22:13:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/05/2026 05:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 14m023:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station07:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 23:10:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/05/2026 07:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 14m
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What are the fastest trips from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen from Kassel in just 1h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. 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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BlaBlaCar1h 50m003:10Kassel05:00Gelsenkirchen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 03:10:00 to , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/05/2026 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 52m021:03KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station23:55GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 21:03:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/05/2026 23:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 53m012:07KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station15:00GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 12:07:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/05/2026 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 21m020:13KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station23:34GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 20:13:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 09/05/2026 23:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 59m022:13KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station05:12GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 22:13:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/05/2026 05:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 14m023:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station07:24GelsenkirchenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) at 09/05/2026 23:10:00 to Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) arriving at 10/05/2026 07:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 14m
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Bus from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen
What are the most popular stations in Kassel and Gelsenkirchen?
In Kassel, you will usually depart from Kirchditmold Train Station, Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop or Wilhelmshöhe Train 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 Kassel? With 6 connections between 2 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 Kassel and Gelsenkirchen, you can pay as low as £12 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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Gelsenkirchen in just 1h 50m.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 Kassel and Gelsenkirchen 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 Kassel 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 Vellmar or to Herne, and look at flights from Kassel 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 Kassel to Gelsenkirchen?
The most popular companies between Kassel and Gelsenkirchen, 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 Kassel to Gelsenkirchen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Kassel 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 Kassel to Gelsenkirchen
How can I reach Gelsenkirchen from Kassel?
Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Gelsenkirchen from Kassel.
How far is Gelsenkirchen from Kassel?
The distance between Kassel and Gelsenkirchen is 167.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Kassel 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 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 41 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Kassel to Gelsenkirchen?
You can get to Gelsenkirchen with just £12 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Kassel 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 1h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Kassel and to Gelsenkirchen
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Kassel and to Gelsenkirchen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
