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 32 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 32 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 24m.

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 Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Cologne to Solingen?

The distance between Cologne and Solingen is 34 km. The road distance is 35.2 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 45 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 45 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 45 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 24m.

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 35 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Cologne to Solingen.

Where can I stay near Solingen?

There are 1893+ hotels available in Solingen.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Solingen HbfRe
2. Take the train from Solingen Hbf to Solingen Bahnhof MitteS7
45 min
Drive 35.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Solingen35.2 km
32 min
€5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Heumarkt to Solingen BirkerstraßeSb25
1h 24m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Solingen35.2 km
32 min
€90–110

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 34.2 km
Duration: 45 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 Hbf in around 45 min. Alternatively, Wupsi operates a bus from Köln Heumarkt to Solingen Birkerstraße hourly, and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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