How to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald

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Compare train and bus for Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €113 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €113, while a train costs an average of €113.

Distance: 316 miles (510 km)

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€113

Average price

Cheapest

€91

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 43m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 28m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald is a train with an average price of €113.
The fastest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald is by train with an average journey time of 7h 13m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Greifswald including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €113 compared to roughly €91 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-21.24. The journey takes 6h 43m versus 6h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald

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

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

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:21 AM6h57
    Gelsenkirchen
    12:18 PMGreifswald
    1151One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:21 AM6h57
    Gelsenkirchen
    12:18 PMGreifswald
    1151One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    1:25 PM6h53
    Gelsenkirchen
    8:18 PMGreifswald
    1231One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    7:21 AM6h57
    Gelsenkirchen
    2:18 PMGreifswald
    1151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    12:55 PM7h23
    Gelsenkirchen
    8:18 PMGreifswald
    1211One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:18 AM6h57
    Gelsenkirchen
    1:15 PMGreifswald
    1231One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald

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There are 2 options to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Greifswald including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald is a train with an average price of €113.
The fastest way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald is by train with an average journey time of 7h 13m.
The distance from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald is approximately 316 miles (510 km).
The average frequency per day from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gelsenkirchen and Greifswald 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 Greifswald:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arrive in Greifswald station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Greifswald by train.
Omio customers who travel from Gelsenkirchen to Greifswald often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Stralsund, Hamburg, Rostock, Szczecin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Greifswald and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Greifswald to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Greifswald, including its historic old town, museums, and the nearby Baltic Sea coast, plan for a 2 to 3-day visit.

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