How can I travel from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen without a car?

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

How long does it take to get to Gelsenkirchen from Amsterdam by bus?

Traveling from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen takes about 7h 19m on average, but you can get there in as little as 5h 31m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 112 miles (180 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

Amsterdam and Gelsenkirchen are 112 miles (180 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

The majority of buses traveling from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen start their journey at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and wind up at Gelsenkirchen. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to travel from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $23.

How much are the bus tickets from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

The bus ticket costs $23 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $23 and $23, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $23	Average Duration7h 19m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $24	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 7 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

7h 19mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23

Average bus trip duration7h 19m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure12:45am

Distance115 miles (184 km)

Latest bus departure3:10pm

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Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Amsterdam and Gelsenkirchen?

Stops in Amsterdam

A - Sloterdijk

B - Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

C - Bijlmer Arena

D - Duivendrecht

E - Elandsgracht Bus Station

F - Vondelpark

Stops in Gelsenkirchen

A - Gelsenkirchen

B - Arena Aufschalke

Frequently asked questions for your trip Amsterdam - Gelsenkirchen

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What is the travel distance from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?
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How much are the bus tickets from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen?

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 19m	Avg Price$23	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time2h 20m	Avg Price$24	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Amsterdam by bus?

Bus from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

You can also go to Gelsenkirchen by train

Train from Amsterdam to Gelsenkirchen

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