Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	14:25	Brussels Central Train Station	4h	18:25	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
	Train	14:47	Schaarbeek	4h 38m	19:25	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
	Train	15:01	Brussels Central Train Station	4h 24m	19:25	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	16:22	Brussels Central Train Station	4h 3m	20:25	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	18:25	Brussels Central Train Station	4h 46m	23:11	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Brussels to Gelsenkirchen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gelsenkirchen. The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

7h 15mAverage duration

127 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£22 - £31	Average duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£81 - £87	Average duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£26 - £26	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e