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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Magdeburg
    Departure location: Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $35
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Magdeburg
    Departure location: Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $84
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Magdeburg
    Departure location: Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Gelsenkirchen
    Destination location: Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)
    Operated by
    FlixBus + FlixTrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $87
Bus Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Bus Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$46
Average bus trip duration9h 57m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure7:10 AM
Distance198 miles (319 km)
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:10AM - 11:59PM
Minimum Price$22
Average Ticket Price$46
Minimum Trip Duration6h21m
Average Bus Trip Duration9h57m
Distance198 miles (319 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Magdeburg - Gelsenkirchen

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are practical and sustainable ways to reach Gelsenkirchen. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen takes around 9h 57m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 6h 21m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 199 miles (320 km) that separate the two cities.

Magdeburg and Gelsenkirchen are 199 miles (320 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 Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 7:10 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:59 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen start their journey at Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB and wind up at Gelsenkirchen. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen by choosing to travel by bus. $22 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Gelsenkirchen from Magdeburg.

The bus ticket costs $46 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $22 and $95, 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 Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Magdeburg to Gelsenkirchen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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