How to get from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 275 miles (444 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus, flight or train | |
Ticket price range | $25 - $58 | |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $25 (€22) • 7 h 12 min | |
Fastest mode | Flight • $58 (€50) • 1 h 10 min | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn |
Take a bus, flight or train to travel 275 miles (444 km) from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 10 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $25 (€22). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $18 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Berlin from Gelsenkirchen. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
EasyJet is a British multinational low-cost airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN). It’s the largest UK-based carrier based on the number of passengers carried. EasyJet flies to over 150 destinations across Europe and North Africa, making it a popular budget airline for travelers. To keep fares as low as possible, easyJet tickets are non-refundable and no complimentary snacks are provided onboard. All fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for carry-on luggage and checked luggage.
There are 3 options to travel to Berlin from Gelsenkirchen including taking a bus, flight or train.
The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $25 (€22) compared to other travel options to Berlin:
Taking a bus costs $32 (€28) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $58 (€50) for the same trip.
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this journey with tickets for a train from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin costing on average $28 (€24).
The fastest way from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 10 min.
There are alternative travel options to Berlin that take longer:
Taking a bus requires on average 7 h 12 min of travel time.
Getting to Berlin by train takes 5 h 53 min on average.
Berlin is approximately 275 miles (444 km) away from Gelsenkirchen.
The average frequency per day from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey between Gelsenkirchen and Berlin as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin:
The following travel companies offer services from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin:
Yes, there are direct services available from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin with the following travel companies:
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Berlin as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Berlin.
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