How to get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen by bus and train?

From Gelsenkirchen to Solingen by bus and train

To get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 244 bus from Ge Max-Planck-Gymnasium station to Ge Buer Nord Bf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S9 train and finally take the 683 bus from Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf station to Solingen Haus Sonne station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 7 min. The ride fare is €15.14. The bus and train schedule from Gelsenkirchen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Solingen on the Moovit app.

187min€15.14
Walk to bus station
Bus - 244244
Train - S9S9
Bus - 683683
Walk to Solingen
Leaves from Ge Max-Planck-Gymnasium

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ge Max-Planck-Gymnasium
    80 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 244244
    Wait for bus
    244
    Gelsenkirchen Hassel Friedhof
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ge Buer Nord Bf
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ge Buer Nord Bf
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Wuppertal Hbf
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf
    960 m • 13 min
  • 8
    Bus - 683683
    Wait for bus
    683
    Solingen Burger Bahnhof
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Solingen Haus Sonne
    51 min
  • 10
    Walk to Solingen
    Walk to
    Solingen
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen by bus and train via 243, S9 and 683

To get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 243 bus from Ge Buer Rathaus station to Ge Buer Nord Bf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S9 train and finally take the 683 bus from Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf station to Solingen Haus Sonne station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 57 min. The ride fare is €15.14. The bus and train schedule from Gelsenkirchen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Solingen on the Moovit app.

177min€15.14
Walk to bus station
Bus - 243243
Train - S9S9
Bus - 683683
Walk to Solingen
Leaves from Ge Buer Rathaus

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ge Buer Rathaus
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 243243
    Wait for bus
    243
    Herten Mitte
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ge Buer Nord Bf
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ge Buer Nord Bf
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Wuppertal Hbf
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf
    960 m • 13 min
  • 8
    Bus - 683683
    Wait for bus
    683
    Solingen Burger Bahnhof
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Solingen Haus Sonne
    51 min
  • 10
    Walk to Solingen
    Walk to
    Solingen
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen

The distance between Gelsenkirchen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Solingen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 82.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 187 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen

To check the bus and train schedule from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gelsenkirchen) and destination (Solingen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen by bus and train via 243, S9 and 683

To get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 243 bus from Ge Buer Rathaus station to Ge Buer Nord Bf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S9 train and finally take the 683 bus from Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf station to Solingen Haus Sonne station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 57 min. The ride fare is €15.14. The bus and train schedule from Gelsenkirchen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Solingen on the Moovit app.

177min€15.14
Walk to bus station
Bus - 243243
Train - S9S9
Bus - 683683
Walk to Solingen
Leaves from Ge Buer Rathaus

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ge Buer Rathaus
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 243243
    Wait for bus
    243
    Herten Mitte
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ge Buer Nord Bf
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ge Buer Nord Bf
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - S9S9
    Wait for train
    S9
    Wuppertal Hbf
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wuppertal Vohwinkel Bf
    960 m • 13 min
  • 8
    Bus - 683683
    Wait for bus
    683
    Solingen Burger Bahnhof
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Solingen Haus Sonne
    51 min
  • 10
    Walk to Solingen
    Walk to
    Solingen
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 187 minutes, using Bus line 244, Train line S9, Bus line 683.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen?

    The alternative route takes 177 minutes, using Bus line 243, Train line S9, Bus line 683.

  • Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 7 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The 244 bus line goes from Ge Max-Planck-Gymnasium station near Gelsenkirchen to Ge Buer Nord Bf station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Ge Buer Nord Bf station near Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • How long does it take to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Gelsenkirchen and Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by bus and train is about 3 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Gelsenkirchen to get to Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get on the 244 bus from the Ge Max-Planck-Gymnasium stop near Gelsenkirchen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Gelsenkirchen and Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get off the bus at the Ge Buer Nord Bf stop, which is closest to Solingen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen?

    The ride from Gelsenkirchen to Solingen costs €15.14.

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