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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Solingen is to drive which costs €5 - €8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Solingen is to drive which takes 31 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Solingen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Solingen Birkerstraße. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Solingen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Solingen. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Solingen Bahnhof Mitte via Solingen, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cologne to Solingen?

The distance between Cologne and Solingen is 34 km. The road distance is 36 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Solingen without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Solingen?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Cologne to Solingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Solingen bus from?

Cologne to Solingen bus services, operated by Wupsi, depart from Köln Heumarkt station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Solingen train from?

Cologne to Solingen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Solingen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Solingen is to train which takes 39 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Cologne to Solingen bus arrive?

Cologne to Solingen bus services, operated by Wupsi, arrive at Solingen Birkerstraße station.

Where does the Cologne to Solingen train arrive?

Cologne to Solingen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Solingen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Solingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Solingen is 36 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Cologne to Solingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Solingen?

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Cologne to Solingen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Solingen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Solingen Hbftrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Solingen, Hauptbahnhof to Solingen Bahnhof Mittetrain S7
39 min
Drive 36 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Solingencar 36 km
31 min
€6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Heumarkt to Solingen Birkerstraßebus Sb25
1h 27m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Solingentaxi 36 km
31 min
€100–130

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Distance: 34.2 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Solingen, Germany?

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Solingen Bahnhof Mitte via Solingen, Hauptbahnhof in around 39 min. Alternatively, Wupsi operates a bus from Köln Heumarkt to Solingen Birkerstraße hourly, and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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