What is the cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Solingen?

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Solingen is to drive which costs €5 - €9 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Solingen?

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Solingen is to drive which takes 32 min and costs €5 - €9.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Solingen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen Hbf to Solingen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Solingen Mitte via Duesseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Solingen?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Solingen is 45 km. The road distance is 39.1 km.

How do I travel from Essen Hbf to Solingen without a car?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Solingen without a car is to train and line 683 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Essen Hbf to Solingen?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Essen Hbf to Solingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Solingen train from?

Essen Hbf to Solingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Solingen train arrive?

Essen Hbf to Solingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Düsseldorf Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Solingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Solingen is 39 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Essen Hbf to Solingen.

Where can I stay near Solingen?

There are 2067+ hotels available in Solingen.

Essen Hbf to Solingen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 683 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Essen Hbf to Solingen by train, bus, car, taxi, or train (Eurostar)

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Train, line 683 bus
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bftrain S9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf to Solingen Mühlenplatzbus Ne23 / ...
1h 12m
Drive 39.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Solingencar 39.1 km
32 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen Hbf to Solingentaxi 39.1 km
32 min
€95–120
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Solingen Mittetrain Re
1h 18m

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Distance: 45.1 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Solingen, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Solingen Mitte via Düsseldorf Hbf and Duesseldorf Hbf in around 1h 18m.

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