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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Gliwice to Gelsenkirchen. Traveling by bus from Gliwice to Gelsenkirchen usually takes around 15 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 511 mi (823 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $44.75 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Gliwice to Gelsenkirchen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gliwice 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 | 15h 55m | $81.27 |
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 Gliwice to Gelsenkirchen, and usually makes the trip in about 15 hours and 55 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 and 55 minutes to cover the 511 miles from Gliwice to Gelsenkirchen. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 30 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gliwice to Gelsenkirchen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Gliwice to Gelsenkirchen. 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 Gliwice to Gelsenkirchen; ticket prices start at $85.45.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gliwice?
Main departure station: Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe
Most buses depart from the main station in Gliwice.
All bus stations in Gliwice:
Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe
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.
All bus stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Bahnhofsvorpl 5
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
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