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 which costs €35 - €120 and takes 6h 33m.

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 €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Soltau?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Soltau. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Soltau via Hannover Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

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 via Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Essen to Soltau?

The distance between Essen and Soltau is 327 km. The road distance is 313.8 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 train which takes 3h 52m and costs €35 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Essen to Soltau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Soltau bus from?

Essen to Soltau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

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.

Train or bus from Essen to Soltau?

The best way to get from Essen to Soltau is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €35 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Essen to Soltau bus arrive?

Essen to Soltau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hanover central bus 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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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Soltau by train, bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Soltautrain Rb38
3h 52m
€37–171
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Hanover central bus stationbus N1361
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Soltautrain Rb38
6h 33m
€40–117
Drive 313.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Soltaucar 313.8 km
2h 47m
€47–67
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
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 to Soltautrain
5h 5m
€124–364
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Hanover central bus stationbus N1361 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Soltaubus Rb38
7h 16m

Essen to Soltau by train

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Distance: 327.3 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Soltau via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Soltau via Hanover central bus station and Hannover Hbf in around 7h 16m.

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