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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bamberg to Olten
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bamberg to Olten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Bamberg to Olten you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bamberg to Olten
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bamberg to Olten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £405.
Distance: 359 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£110 Average Price | £419 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 55m Average total duration 15h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bamberg to Olten train times
The table below shows live departures for Bamberg to Olten trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:26 Bamberg | 6h59 | 12:25 Olten | 4 changes | |
| 05:26 Bamberg | 6h59 | 12:25 Olten | 3 changes | |
| 06:58 Bamberg | 6h57 | 13:55 Olten | 4 changes | |
| 06:58 Bamberg | 6h57 | 13:55 Olten | 3 changes | |
| 07:25 Bamberg | 7h00 | 14:25 Olten | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bamberg to Olten
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Bamberg to Olten run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:37, the last at 09:33. The fastest train covers the 359 km distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 359 km |
Average train duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 01:37 |
Last train 09:33 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bamberg to Olten trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bamberg and Olten from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Bamberg to Olten train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bamberg to Olten 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 Olten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bamberg and Olten
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Ludwigstraße.
- Restaurant Kachelofen
- Brauerei Spezial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Bamberg
- Best Western Hotel Bamberg
- Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to nearby cities
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Aarhof
- Restaurant Salmen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Olten Swiss Quality
- Hotel Amaris
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Zurich, Basel, Bern, and Lucerne
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn connections
- Train: SBB InterCity, InterRegio, and S-Bahn services
- Bus: Several lines available
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