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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Gelsenkirchen to MadridAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $188, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Gelsenkirchen to Madrid: Trip Overview
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Gelsenkirchen to Madrid Train
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Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Gelsenkirchen to Madrid is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Madrid, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Gelsenkirchen and Madrid, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Madrid while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
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