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Compare 2 ways to go from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen

Bus
Average PriceUS$71 - US$71Average Duration5h 10m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$21 - US$30Average Duration2h 50m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen

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 US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$71
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure5:50pm
Distance187 km

Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rotterdam - Gelsenkirchen

  1. How long is the bus ride from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

    The trip from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen will take on average 5h 10m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 5h 10m.

  2. How far is Rotterdam from Gelsenkirchen?

    Rotterdam and Gelsenkirchen are 186 km (116 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

    Buses departing from Busstation Rotterdam Centraal in Rotterdam will take you to Gelsenkirchen in Gelsenkirchen.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Gelsenkirchen from Rotterdam; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$71, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

    The bus from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen will cost you US$71, on average.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rotterdam and Gelsenkirchen!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Bus from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen

You can also go to Gelsenkirchen by train

Train from Rotterdam to Gelsenkirchen

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