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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice. Traveling by bus from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice usually takes around 17 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 511 mi (823 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 47m |
| Cheapest price | $44.75 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
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 Gliwice, and usually makes the trip in about 17 hours and 12 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Sindbad is a Polish bus company that began its service in 1983. Its fleet of over 120 modern, comfortable coaches connects destinations across Europe. Passengers have access to onboard Wi-Fi and entertainment, air conditioning, restrooms, and beverages. A Sindbad trip to Gliwice departing from Gelsenkirchen usually takes 14 hours and 20 minutes, and most trips arrive at Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe in Gliwice.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 511 miles from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 47 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.
Because many passengers travel from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gelsenkirchen to Gliwice; ticket prices start at $57.73.
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 Gliwice?
Main arrival station: Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe
All buses from Gelsenkirchen arrive at one main station in Gliwice.
All bus stations in Gliwice:
Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe
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