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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Gelsenkirchen to Halle. Traveling by bus from Gelsenkirchen to Halle usually takes around 11 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 37 minutes.
Distance | 210 mi (338 km) |
Shortest duration | 9h 37m |
Cheapest price | $30.78 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Gelsenkirchen to Halle?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gelsenkirchen to Halle. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2 | 11h 1m | $60.73 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Gelsenkirchen to Halle, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 1 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 11 hours to cover the 338 kilometers from Gelsenkirchen to Halle. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 37 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 11:00pm and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gelsenkirchen to Halle, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Gelsenkirchen to Halle. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gelsenkirchen to Halle; ticket prices start at $33.65.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gelsenkirchen?
Main departure station: Bahnhofsvorpl 5
Most buses depart from the main station in Gelsenkirchen.
All bus stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Bahnhofsvorpl 5
Where does the bus arrive in Halle?
Main arrival station: Halle(Saale)Hbf Gl. 13a
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Halle.
Bus stations in Halle:
Halle(Saale)Hbf Gl. 13a
Ernst-Kamieth-Straße
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