How to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg

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Compare train and bus for Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $6.

Distance: 16 miles (26 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg costing on average $10 (€8).

The fastest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg is by train with an average journey time of 20m.

Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Duisburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg among Omio's users.

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from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg

How to get from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • VIAS Rail GmbH
    7:39 AM0h35
    Gelsenkirchen
    8:14 AMDuisburg
    $121One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • VIAS Rail GmbH
    7:39 AM0h35
    Gelsenkirchen
    8:14 AMDuisburg
    $121One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    9:14 AM0h17
    Gelsenkirchen
    9:31 AMDuisburg
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • VIAS Rail GmbH
    5:39 AM0h36
    Gelsenkirchen
    6:15 AMDuisburg
    $121One-way
    1 transfer
  • VIAS Rail GmbH
    9:39 AM0h36
    Gelsenkirchen
    10:15 AMDuisburg
    $121One-way
    1 transfer
  • VIAS Rail GmbH
    10:39 AM0h36
    Gelsenkirchen
    11:15 AMDuisburg
    $121One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg

Travel to Duisburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Duisburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg costing on average $10 (€8).

The fastest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg is by train with an average journey time of 20m.

Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 57m.

The distance from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg is approximately 16 miles (26 km).
The average frequency per day from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gelsenkirchen and Duisburg 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 Duisburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arrive in Duisburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB and arrive in Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Bogestra, Ruhrbahn GmbH, FlixBus, BVR Busverkehr Rheinland GmbH to go to Duisburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn to go to Duisburg by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn.
Omio customers who travel from Gelsenkirchen to Duisburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Amsterdam, Paris, Munich, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Duisburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Duisburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Duisburg is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord, the Inner Harbor, and the Duisburg Zoo, while also allowing time to enjoy local dining and culture.

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