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Bus Basel to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Bus Basel to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$54
Average bus trip duration14h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure3:35 AM
Distance275 miles (442 km)
Latest bus departure6:35 PM

Basel to Gelsenkirchen Buses

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Basel to Gelsenkirchen from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Gelsenkirchen from Basel, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:35AM - 6:35PM
Minimum Price$34
Average Ticket Price$54
Minimum Trip Duration12h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration14h
Distance275 miles (442 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Basel - Gelsenkirchen

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Gelsenkirchen without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

Traveling from Basel to Gelsenkirchen takes around 14h on average, but you can get there in as little as 12h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 274 miles (442 km) that separate the two cities.

Basel and Gelsenkirchen are 274 miles (442 km) apart.

About 2 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Basel to Gelsenkirchen may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Basel to Gelsenkirchen a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 3:35 AM for the initial departure and runs until 6:35 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Basel to Gelsenkirchen start their journey at Basel Central Station and wind up at Gelsenkirchen. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. $34 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Gelsenkirchen from Basel.

The bus ticket costs $54 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $34 and $127, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Basel to Gelsenkirchen. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Basel to Gelsenkirchen but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Basel to Gelsenkirchen, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Basel to Gelsenkirchen.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Basel to Gelsenkirchen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Gelsenkirchen to Basel

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