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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Solingen is to drive which costs €5 - €9 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Solingen is to drive which takes 33 min and costs €5 - €9.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Solingen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen 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 to Solingen?

The distance between Essen and Solingen is 45 km. The road distance is 40 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen 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 to Solingen?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Solingen train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Solingen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Solingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Solingen is 40 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Essen to Solingen.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Solingen?

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Where can I stay near Solingen?

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Essen 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 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 40 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Solingencar 40 km
33 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Solingentaxi 40 km
33 min
€100–120
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, 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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