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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Olten to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
45 km
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 £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Olten for Lucerne every day 2 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 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 41 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.
7:490h41Olten8:30Lucerne£171One-way0 changes- 7:500h40Olten8:30Lucerne£171One-way0 changes
- 7:500h40Olten8:30Lucerne£171One-way0 changes
- 7:490h41Olten8:30Lucerne£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 43m. 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 £12.
Distance: 45 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£17 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:49 Olten | 0h41 | 8:30 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:50 Olten | 0h40 | 8:30 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Olten to Lucerne
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Trains from Olten to Lucerne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 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.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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.
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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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Olten and Lucerne
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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
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