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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Kolding to Gelsenkirchen. Traveling by bus from Kolding to Gelsenkirchen usually takes around 14 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 52 minutes.
Distance | 292 mi (470 km) |
Shortest duration | 10h 52m |
Cheapest price | €49.82 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Kolding to Gelsenkirchen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Kolding to Gelsenkirchen. 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 | 14h 19m | €58.98 |
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 Kolding to Gelsenkirchen, and usually makes the trip in about 14 hours and 19 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 14 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 470 kilometers from Kolding to Gelsenkirchen. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 52 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.
The first bus leaves at 12:00 and the last bus leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all buses from Kolding to Gelsenkirchen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Kolding to Gelsenkirchen. 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 Kolding to Gelsenkirchen; ticket prices start at €61.20.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Kolding?
Main departure station: Mazantigade 12-14
Most buses depart from the main station in Kolding.
All bus stations in Kolding:
Mazantigade 12-14
Where does the bus arrive in Gelsenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Bahnhofsvorpl 5
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Gelsenkirchen.
Bus stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Bahnhofsvorpl 5
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
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