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Solothurn to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Solothurn and Essen takes 6h 27m and the fastest train takes 5h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Solothurn to Essen. 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 27m
Duration
649 km
Distance
€153
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Essen Hbftrain train 43
7h 1m
€124–335

Solothurn to Essen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Solothurn and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Solothurn is at 6:01 PM which arrives into Essen at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Olten and take an average of 6h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 649.3 km
  • Duration: 6h 27m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €110–260 and the journey takes 4h 42m.

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