Compare 2 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Plovdiv.
Busbud recommends taking the train from Gelsenkirchen to PlovdivAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Plovdiv. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Gelsenkirchen to Plovdiv: 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 Plovdiv Train
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Plovdiv you take, 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 Plovdiv, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
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Did you know?
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.
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!
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gelsenkirchen to Plovdiv?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Gelsenkirchen and Plovdiv is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $192 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $175. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Plovdiv, choose the train, as it will take you from Gelsenkirchen to Plovdiv in about 1d 17h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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