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Essen to Solothurn trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Solothurn takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Solothurn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 4m
Duration
649 km
Distance
CHF 148
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43
6h 4m
CHF 118–308

Essen to Solothurn train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Essen and Solothurn. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Solothurn at 5:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 649.1 km
  • Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Solothurn, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 100–240 and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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