What is the cheapest way to get from Soltau to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Soltau to Essen is to train and bus via Hanover which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Soltau to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Soltau to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Soltau and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Soltau to Essen. However, there are services departing from Soltau and arriving at Essen Hbf via Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Soltau to Essen?

The distance between Soltau and Essen is 327 km. The road distance is 314.7 km.

How do I travel from Soltau to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Soltau to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €26 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Soltau to Essen?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Soltau to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soltau to Essen train from?

Soltau to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Soltau station.

Where does the Soltau to Essen train arrive?

Soltau to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Soltau to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Soltau to Essen is 315 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Soltau to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Soltau to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Soltau to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Soltau to Essen by train, bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Soltau to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb38
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
3h 43m
€27–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Soltau to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb38
2. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
4h
€42
Drive 314.7 km
1. Drive from Soltau to Essencar 314.7 km
2h 40m
€46–66
Train, train to Hamburg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Soltau to Buchholztrain
2. Take the train from Buchholz(Nordheide) to Hamburg Hbftrain
3. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
4. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen Hbftrain
4h 19m
€117–275
Train, bus via Hanover
1. Take the train from Soltau to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb38
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Essen central train stationbus N1361 / ...
5h 44m
€30–45
Train to Hannover Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Soltau to Langenhagen-Pferdemarkttrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAJ - DUS
5h 59m
€153–325

Soltau to Essen by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 327.3 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Soltau, Germany and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Soltau to Essen Hbf via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 43m.

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