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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Blankenburg to Gelsenkirchen. Traveling by bus from Blankenburg to Gelsenkirchen usually takes around 15 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 168 mi (270 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £33.95 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Blankenburg to Gelsenkirchen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Blankenburg to Gelsenkirchen. FlixBus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 14h 41m | £33.95 |
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 1 trips from Blankenburg to Gelsenkirchen, and usually makes the trip in about 14 hours and 41 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 15 hours to cover the 270 kilometers from Blankenburg to Gelsenkirchen. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Blankenburg to Gelsenkirchen for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
There is usually only one bus per day from Blankenburg to Gelsenkirchen. It leaves the station in Blankenburg at 4:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Blankenburg?
Main departure station: Bahnhofstraße
Most buses depart from the main station in Blankenburg.
All bus stations in Blankenburg:
Bahnhofstraße
Where does the bus arrive in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Bleckstraße
All buses from Blankenburg arrive at one main station in Gelsenkirchen.
Bus stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Bleckstraße
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