What is the distance between Gelsenkirchen and Munich?

The distance separating Gelsenkirchen and Munich is 307 miles (495 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Munich?

If you're headed to Munich from Gelsenkirchen, chances are that your bus will leave from Gelsenkirchen and arrive at ZOB Hackerbrücke. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Munich?

Once in Munich, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Kreativquartier (creative quartier), Viktualienmarkt, Alte Pinakothek, Museum Brandhorst and BMW Museum.

Bus Gelsenkirchen to Munich from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Munich on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:05pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	16h 20m	3:25pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:31 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Munich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

307 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $42	Average Duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $321	Average Duration6h 48m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $60	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Gelsenkirchen and Munich?

Stops in Gelsenkirchen

A - Gelsenkirchen

B - Arena Aufschalke

Stops in Munich

A - ZOB Hackerbrücke

B - Munich Airport

C - Fröttmaning

D - Hauptbahnhof Nord

E - Munchen (Almanya)

F - Munchen Airport

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Munich by bus

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What are the best sights and things to do in Munich?

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Munich, as early as possible.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gelsenkirchen to Munich?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time16h 25m	Avg Price$42	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 48m	Avg Price$91	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time6h 30m	Avg Price$45	Daily Departures8