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The cheapest and fastest trains from Olten to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for 19 Jun

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

35 m

Average duration

35 m

Trains per day

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olten to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Olten to Lucerne will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

Of the 65 trains that leave Olten for Lucerne every day 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 35 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.

RE 24 4715 | 4715
9:060h49
Olten station
9:55Lucerne station
£131One-way
0 changes
RE 24 4717 | 4717
10:060h49
Olten station
10:55Lucerne station
£131One-way
0 changes
RE 24 4719 | 4719
11:060h49
Olten station
11:55Lucerne station
£131One-way
0 changes
RE 24 4721 | 4721
12:060h49
Olten station
12:55Lucerne station
£131One-way
0 changes
RE 24 4723 | 4723
13:060h49
Olten station
13:55Lucerne station
£131One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Olten to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Olten to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. 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 coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 45 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£17 Average Price	£5 Average Price Cheapest
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Olten to Lucerne train times

The table below shows live departures for Olten to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
RE 24 4713 \| 4713	8:06 Olten station	0h49	8:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8926 \| 8926 · IR 15 2509 \| 2509	8:12 Olten station	0h49	9:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 26 2315 \| 2315	8:30 Olten station	0h35	9:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8928 \| 8928 · S 1 21128 \| 21128	8:36 Olten station	1h09	9:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2463 \| 2463	8:49 Olten station	0h41	9:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4715 \| 4715	9:06 Olten station	0h49	9:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8930 \| 8930 · IR 15 2511 \| 2511	9:12 Olten station	0h49	10:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IC 21 667 \| 667	9:30 Olten station	0h35	10:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8932 \| 8932 · S 1 21132 \| 21132	9:36 Olten station	1h09	10:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2465 \| 2465	9:50 Olten station	0h40	10:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4717 \| 4717	10:06 Olten station	0h49	10:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8934 \| 8934 · IR 15 2513 \| 2513	10:12 Olten station	0h49	11:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 26 2319 \| 2319	10:30 Olten station	0h35	11:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8936 \| 8936 · S 1 21136 \| 21136	10:36 Olten station	1h09	11:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2467 \| 2467	10:50 Olten station	0h40	11:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4719 \| 4719	11:06 Olten station	0h49	11:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8938 \| 8938 · IR 15 2515 \| 2515	11:12 Olten station	0h49	12:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IC 21 671 \| 671	11:30 Olten station	0h35	12:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8940 \| 8940 · S 1 21140 \| 21140	11:36 Olten station	1h09	12:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2469 \| 2469	11:50 Olten station	0h40	12:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4721 \| 4721	12:06 Olten station	0h49	12:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8942 \| 8942 · IR 15 2517 \| 2517	12:12 Olten station	0h49	13:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 26 2323 \| 2323	12:30 Olten station	0h35	13:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8944 \| 8944 · S 1 21144 \| 21144	12:36 Olten station	1h09	13:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2471 \| 2471	12:50 Olten station	0h40	13:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4723 \| 4723	13:06 Olten station	0h49	13:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8946 \| 8946 · IR 15 2519 \| 2519	13:12 Olten station	0h49	14:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IC 21 675 \| 675	13:30 Olten station	0h35	14:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8948 \| 8948 · S 1 21148 \| 21148	13:36 Olten station	1h09	14:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2473 \| 2473	13:50 Olten station	0h40	14:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4725 \| 4725	14:06 Olten station	0h49	14:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8950 \| 8950 · IR 15 2521 \| 2521	14:12 Olten station	0h49	15:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 26 2327 \| 2327	14:30 Olten station	0h35	15:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8952 \| 8952 · S 1 21152 \| 21152	14:36 Olten station	1h09	15:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2475 \| 2475	14:50 Olten station	0h40	15:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4727 \| 4727	15:06 Olten station	0h49	15:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8954 \| 8954 · IR 15 2523 \| 2523	15:12 Olten station	0h49	16:01 Lucerne station	1 change
EC 173 \| 173	15:30 Olten station	0h35	16:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8956 \| 8956 · S 1 21156 \| 21156	15:36 Olten station	1h09	16:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2477 \| 2477	15:50 Olten station	0h40	16:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4729 \| 4729	16:06 Olten station	0h49	16:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8958 \| 8958 · IR 15 2525 \| 2525	16:12 Olten station	0h49	17:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 26 2331 \| 2331	16:30 Olten station	0h35	17:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8960 \| 8960 · S 1 21160 \| 21160	16:36 Olten station	1h09	17:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2479 \| 2479	16:50 Olten station	0h40	17:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4731 \| 4731	17:06 Olten station	0h49	17:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8962 \| 8962 · IR 15 2527 \| 2527	17:12 Olten station	0h49	18:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IC 21 683 \| 683	17:30 Olten station	0h35	18:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8964 \| 8964 · S 1 21164 \| 21164	17:36 Olten station	1h09	18:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2481 \| 2481	17:50 Olten station	0h40	18:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4733 \| 4733	18:06 Olten station	0h49	18:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8966 \| 8966 · IR 15 2529 \| 2529	18:12 Olten station	0h49	19:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 26 2335 \| 2335	18:30 Olten station	0h35	19:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8968 \| 8968 · S 1 21168 \| 21168	18:36 Olten station	1h09	19:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2483 \| 2483	18:50 Olten station	0h40	19:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4735 \| 4735	19:06 Olten station	0h49	19:55 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8970 \| 8970 · IR 15 2531 \| 2531	19:12 Olten station	0h49	20:01 Lucerne station	1 change
IC 21 687 \| 687	19:30 Olten station	0h35	20:05 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
S 29 8972 \| 8972 · S 1 21172 \| 21172	19:36 Olten station	1h09	20:45 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 27 2485 \| 2485	19:50 Olten station	0h40	20:30 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Olten to Lucerne

Switzerland

Trains from Olten to Lucerne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Distance

45 km

Average train duration

45m

Cheapest ticket price

£14

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

35m

First train

0:05

Last train

23:54

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

42 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Olten to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Olten and Lucerne from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About

SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

35m

Cheapest Price

£14

SBB frequency

8 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

35m

Cheapest Price

£36

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

42 a day

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

35m

Südostbahn frequency

8 a day

FAQs: Olten to Lucerne train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olten to Lucerne 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 Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Olten to Lucerne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £17.

The train journey from Olten to Lucerne covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 35m. Trains run 8 per day.

The train distance from Olten to Lucerne is 45 km.

The first train from Olten to Lucerne leaves at 0:05.

The last train from Olten to Lucerne departs at 23:54.

Trains from Olten to Lucerne run approximately 8 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Olten to Lucerne.

Yes, there is a direct train between Olten and Lucerne. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn.

To get from Olten to Lucerne, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Olten to Lucerne.

The train station in Olten that goes to Lucerne is Olten station, and it arrives at Lucerne station.

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Lucerne is by coach, costing approximately £5.

Booking trains from Olten to Lucerne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

Yes, the train journey from Olten to Lucerne is scenic, offering passengers views of the picturesque Swiss countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages.

Yes, a day trip from Olten to Lucerne is feasible as the journey takes 35m and covers a distance of 45 km. Trains run 9 times per day, making it convenient for a day visit.

In Lucerne, you can enjoy a boat tour or scenic walk around the picturesque Lake Lucerne, explore the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and historic landmarks, and visit the Richard Wagner Museum. Take a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne for breathtaking mountain views, or ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus for an unforgettable adventure. Don't miss the historic Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, the interactive Swiss Museum of Transport, and the medieval Museggmauer wall with its panoramic views.

Three days in Lucerne is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, and the Swiss Transport Museum, while also enjoying scenic boat trips on Lake Lucerne.

Yes, you can take the train from Olten to Lucerne.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Olten and Lucerne

Olten

Lucerne

The major train station for departures in Olten is Olten. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Olten for your trip from Olten to Lucerne.

Olten

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Bahnhofstrasse 22, 4600 Olten, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 58 668 86 00

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse

Dining

Restaurant Aarhof
Restaurant Salmen

Taxis

Outside the main entrance

Accessibility

Elevators, restrooms

CHF 1

Hotel

Hotel Olten Swiss Quality
Hotel Amaris
Hotel Astoria

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

800 places, covered

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Zurich, Basel, Bern, and Lucerne
Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn connections

Public transport options for Olten

Train: SBB InterCity, InterRegio, and S-Bahn services
Bus: Several lines available

Most popular train connections from Olten

Olten to Basel train

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