What is the distance between Brussels and Gelsenkirchen?

The distance covered from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen is 206 km (128 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Brussels South (Gare du Midi), in Brussels, and end it at Gelsenkirchen, in Gelsenkirchen.

Bus Brussels to Gelsenkirchen from $39 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Brussels to Gelsenkirchen on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Brussels Airport	9h	11:00pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Brussels-North (Gare du Nord)	7h 15m	11:00pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Brussels Airport	11h 45m	11:00pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Brussels-North (Gare du Nord)	7h 40m	11:00pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Heysel	7h 15m	11:00pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	No tags

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We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

205 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $44	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$80 - $133	Average Duration4h 38m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $33	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Brussels and Gelsenkirchen?

Stops in Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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C
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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D
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Stops in Gelsenkirchen

A
Gelsenkirchen
Bleckstraße 64A, 45889 Gelsenkirchen
B
Arena Aufschalke
Kurt-Schumacher-Straße 255, 45897 Gelsenkirchen, Germany

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FlixBus

3.5/511,395 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11395 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $39

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen by bus

What is the distance between Brussels and Gelsenkirchen?
The distance covered from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen is 206 km (128 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Brussels South (Gare du Midi), in Brussels, and end it at Gelsenkirchen, in Gelsenkirchen.