How to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen

There are 2 options to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Aachen including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $21 (€17).

This is compared to other travel options from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen:

A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen costing on average $61 (€50).

The fastest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 14m.

The distance from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is approximately 67 miles (109 km).

The average frequency per day from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen is:

• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gelsenkirchen and Aachen as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen:

• Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
• Trains mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arrive in Aachen Hbf.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Train Charter Services, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn to go to Aachen by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Aachen by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen:

• 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Gelsenkirchen to Aachen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Cologne, Berlin, Maastricht. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aachen and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Aachen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Aachen, you can relax at the Carolus Thermen spa, explore vibrant local markets, stroll through Lousberg Park, attend events at the Eurogress Aachen, and visit the historic Ponttor. Don't miss the Aachen Cathedral, Aachen Rathaus, Elisenbrunnen, Centre Charlemagne, and Couven Museum for a glimpse into the city's rich history and culture.

To explore Aachen's key attractions, such as the Aachen Cathedral, Carolus Thermen spa, and the historic old town, 1 to 2 days are typically sufficient.