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Deutsches Klingenmuseum
Leading museum for Solingen blades, cutlery, and design. The essential place to understand the city's world-famous knife-making tradition.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Solingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Solingen will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cologne for Solingen on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Solingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Solingen take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (17m by train vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Cologne to Solingen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Solingen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Solingen trip today.
Leading museum for Solingen blades, cutlery, and design. The essential place to understand the city's world-famous knife-making tradition.
Working museum at a preserved drop forge where live demonstrations reveal industrial techniques behind Solingen's steel craftsmanship.
Museum inside Schloss Burg presenting Bergisches regional history, noble life, and castle interiors in a dramatic hilltop setting.
Large riverside park beneath Müngsten Bridge with walking paths, picnic lawns, and dramatic views of Germany's highest railway bridge.
Historic lower town below Schloss Burg with narrow lanes, old houses, and a classic Bergisches atmosphere ideal for strolling.
Forest and reservoir area popular for walking, jogging, and quiet nature breaks close to the city. A favorite local outdoor escape.
A Bergisches coffee spread with waffles, rice pudding, bread, cold cuts and cherries, traditionally served from a Dröppelminna pot in the Bergisches Land region.
Crisp yeasted waffles from the Bergisches Land, often served with hot cherries and cream. A classic local treat linked to the regional coffee table tradition.
Sweet rice pudding, often served warm with cinnamon, sugar or cherries. It is a staple part of the traditional Bergische Kaffeetafel.
Established fine dining restaurant in Schloss Burg, known for refined seasonal cuisine and an elegant historic setting above the Wupper valley.
Traditional German brewery-style venue in Solingen, popular for hearty regional dishes and relaxed casual dining with local beer.
Well-known restaurant at Schloss Burg offering Bergisches specialties and classic German fare in a historic, tourist-friendly setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining, and local transit are usually lower than in major hubs like Munich or Frankfurt, but higher than smaller towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Solingen Hbf -> Solingen Graf-Wilhelm-Platz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Solingen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Solingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Solingen trains use the Köln Hbf to Solingen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Solingen Grünewald. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Solingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Solingen Hbf is 5 km from Solingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Solingen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizzeria Al Pinocchio, Taverne Mykonos, Dürpelstube, Mamma Rosa
Wi-Fi is available at Solingen Hbf. ATMs are available at Solingen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Solingen Hbf. Information desks are available at Solingen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Solingen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solingen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Solingen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solingen Hbf.
Solingen Grünewald is 1 km from Solingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Solingen Grünewald has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant "Chinesische Mauer", Restaurant Stückgut, Pizzeria Kreta, Cafe Art
Wi-Fi is available at Solingen Grünewald. ATMs are available at Solingen Grünewald.
Ticket office support is available at Solingen Grünewald. Information desks are available at Solingen Grünewald.
Luggage storage is available at Solingen Grünewald. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solingen Grünewald: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Solingen Grünewald: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solingen Grünewald.
Solingen Mitte has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant "Chinesische Mauer", Halal Döner & Pizza, Restaurant Stückgut, Cafe Art
Wi-Fi is available at Solingen Mitte. ATMs are available at Solingen Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Solingen Mitte. Information desks are available at Solingen Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Solingen Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solingen Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Solingen Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solingen Mitte.
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