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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Soltau is to bus and train via Hanover which costs €35 - €55 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Soltau is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Soltau?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Soltau. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Soltau(Han) via Hannover Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Essen to Soltau?

The distance between Essen and Soltau is 337 km. The road distance is 314 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Soltau without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 36m and costs €40 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Soltau?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Essen to Soltau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Soltau train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Soltau train arrive?

Essen to Soltau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Soltau?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Soltau is 314 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Essen to Soltau.

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

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Where can I stay near Soltau?

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Essen to Soltau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Soltau by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Soltau(Han)train Rb
3h 36m
€40–61
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Soltau(Han)train Rb
3h 52m
€34–216
Drive 314 km
1. Drive from Essen to Soltaucar 314 km
2h 47m
€45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Buchholz(Nordheide)train
4. Take the train from Buchholz(Nordheide) to Soltau(Han)train
4h 55m
€106–309
Bus, train via Hanover
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Hanover central bus stationbus N3217 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Soltau(Han)train Rb
4h 55m
€35–54

Essen to Soltau by train

133Weekly Trains

3h 52mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 336.9 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Soltau, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Soltau(Han) via Hannover Hbf in around 3h 52m.

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