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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leipzig for Gelsenkirchen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 364 km distance in an average of 10 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £241.
Distance: 364 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£33 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £366 Average Price |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen
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Buses from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 364 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 364 km |
Average bus duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Leipzig to GelsenkirchenYou can travel by bus between Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Gelsenkirchen by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gelsenkirchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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