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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 on Sep 17
€103
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€134
Fastest journey on Sep 17
6 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
6 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 17
2
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Solingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Solingen will cost around €134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €103.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 2 trains from Munich to Solingen, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 467 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 39 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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 Munich to Solingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, while a flight costs an average of €448.
Distance: 290 miles (467 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€134 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest | €448 Average price | €48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Solingen:
A bus is €81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Solingen costing on average €134.
A bus is €395 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Solingen costing on average €448.
Other travel options to Solingen take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Bus takes on average 10h 11m.
You'll arrive about 1h 23m sooner (5h 18m by train vs 6h 41m by car). Tickets start at around €134 compared to roughly €48 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.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Solingen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:28 AM Munich | 6h39 | 3:07 PM Solingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:28 AM Munich | 6h39 | 4:07 PM Solingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Solingen run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €35 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 290 miles (467 km) distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 290 miles (467 km) |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 12:37 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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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 Munich 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 Munich to Solingen trains use the München Hbf to Solingen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Solingen Grünewald. Use this guide to compare Munich and Solingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
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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