Find coaches from Munich to Gelsenkirchen

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Next departures from Munich to Gelsenkirchen on 6 October
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FlixBus
ZOB Hackerbrücke
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ZOB Hackerbrücke
Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)No tags
FlixBus
ZOB Hackerbrücke
Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)No tags
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Munich Fröttmaning
Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)No tags
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ZOB Hackerbrücke
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Munich to Gelsenkirchen

Bus
Average priceUS$35 - US$37Average duration15h 50m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$38 - US$205Average duration6h 56m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$39 - US$70Average duration6h 20m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Munich to Gelsenkirchen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 15 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
15h 50mAverage duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Munich to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$35
Average bus trip duration15h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure14:30
Distance305 miles

Munich to Gelsenkirchen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Munich - Gelsenkirchen

  1. How far is Gelsenkirchen from Munich by coach?

    The journey from Munich to Gelsenkirchen by coach covers an approximate distance of 307 miles (495 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Gelsenkirchen from Munich without flying?

    To travel from Munich to Gelsenkirchen without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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US$50
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US$69
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Munich to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on 4 Oct 2025 with a price of US$50

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Munich to Gelsenkirchen as early as possible.

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 Munich to Gelsenkirchen but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Munich to Gelsenkirchen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Munich to Gelsenkirchen will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Munich 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!

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

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Munich to Gelsenkirchen?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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