The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Olten
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Olten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Olten will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milan for Olten every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
EuroCity 17810:104h18Milan Centrale14:28Olten station£1071One-way0 changes
EuroCity 17810:104h18Milan Centrale14:28Olten station£1071One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Milan to Olten
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Olten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 232 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£105 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Olten train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Olten trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 178 | 10:10 Milan Centrale | 4h18 | 14:28 Olten station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Olten
Trains from Milan to Olten run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 232 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 232 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Trenord from Milan to Olten trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Trenord trains will get you between Milan and Olten from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Olten train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan and Olten
Most Milan to Olten trains use the Milano Centrale to Olten station pair, with some services arriving at Olten Hammer. Use this guide to compare Milan and Olten train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains to Olten leave from?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Lambrate from Milan city centre
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate train station facilities and services
Milano Lambrate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Getting to Milano Villapizzone from Milan city centre
Milano Villapizzone is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Villapizzone train station facilities and services
Milano Villapizzone has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Al Vecchio Porco, Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Villapizzone: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Villapizzone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Villapizzone.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Milan, Hotel Sunflower, Hotel Berlino.
Which Olten station do trains from Milan arrive at?
Getting to Olten from Olten city centre
Olten train station facilities and services
Olten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Aarhof, Restaurant Salmen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Olten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Olten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Olten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Olten: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Olten: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Olten Swiss Quality, Hotel Amaris, Hotel Astoria.
Getting to Olten Hammer from Olten city centre
Olten Hammer train station facilities and services
Olten Hammer has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Olten Hammer.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Olten Hammer.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Olten Hammer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Olten Hammer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Olten Hammer.
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