How to get from Gelsenkirchen to Paris by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Paris is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 279 miles (450 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus, flight or train | |
Ticket price range | $51 - $98 | |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $51 (€44) • 10 h 35 min | |
Fastest mode | Flight • $98 (€86) • 1 h 20 min | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus, Air France Hop or Deutsche Bahn with connection |
Travel 279 miles (450 km) by bus, flight or train from Gelsenkirchen to Paris. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 20 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $51 (€44). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus, Air France Hop or Deutsche Bahn with connection among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Gelsenkirchen to Paris.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $35 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Paris 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.
Eurowings is Germany's leading low-cost airline and offers a choice of Smart, Best and BIZclass fares for your next travel between Gelsenkirchen and Paris.
You can get between Gelsenkirchen and Paris 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.
The cheapest way to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Paris is a bus with an average price of $51 (€44).
This is compared to other travel options from Gelsenkirchen to Paris:
Taking a bus costs $48 (€42) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $98 (€86) for the same trip.
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train with an average ticket price of $63 (€55) from Gelsenkirchen to Paris.
The fastest way from Gelsenkirchen to Paris is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 20 min.
There are alternative travel options to Paris that take longer:
Getting to Paris by bus takes 10 h 35 min on average.
Train takes 6 h 5 min on average.
The Gelsenkirchen to Paris distance is around 279 miles (450 km).
The average frequency per day from Gelsenkirchen to Paris is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey from Gelsenkirchen to Paris 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 when traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Paris:
The following travel companies offer services from Gelsenkirchen to Paris:
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