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Compare 2 ways to travel from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen

Bus
Average priceUS$52 - US$173Average duration19h 14m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$88 - US$211Average duration9h 28m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 9 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just US$88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
9h 28mAverage duration
US$88Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Vienna to Gelsenkirchen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$127
Average bus trip duration19h 14m
Number of daily buses1.2083333333333337
Earliest bus departure08:55
Distance473 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Vienna to Gelsenkirchen Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Gelsenkirchen from Vienna, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Vienna - Gelsenkirchen

  1. How far is Gelsenkirchen from Vienna by coach?

    The journey from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen by coach covers an approximate distance of 472 miles (760 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Gelsenkirchen from Vienna without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen was searched and found on 26 Jun 2025 with a price of US$49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$49 to US$136 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49, which is on 2025-06-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Vienna and Gelsenkirchen!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Vienna 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 Vienna to Gelsenkirchen.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

Will you be returning to Vienna by bus?

Bus from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen

You can also go to Gelsenkirchen by train

Train from Vienna to Gelsenkirchen

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