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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen is to drive which takes 40 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Solingen?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Solingen Mitte via Duesseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Solingen is 75 km. The road distance is 45.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Solingen train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Solingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Solingen train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Solingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Düsseldorf Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Solingen is 45 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Solingen?

There are 1971+ hotels available in Solingen.

Gelsenkirchen to Solingen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 683 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain 35 / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Solingen Mittetrain Re
1h 42m
Drive 45.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Solingencar 45.5 km
40 min
€7–10
Bus, train, line 683 bus
1. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Wiehagen to Essen Steele Sbus 194
2. Take the train from Essen Steele S to Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bftrain S9
3. Take the bus from Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf to Solingen Mühlenplatzbus 683
1h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelsenkirchen to Solingentaxi 45.5 km
40 min
€110–140

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 75.1 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Solingen Mitte via Düsseldorf Hbf and Duesseldorf Hbf in around 1h 42m.

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