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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Olten
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Olten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Olten will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zurich for Olten every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich to Olten
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Olten 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 36m. 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: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m 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
Zurich to Olten train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Olten trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 35 2356 | 2356 | 05:59 Zurich Altstetten | 0h29 | 06:28 Olten station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19124 | 19124 · IR 16 2160 | 2160 | 06:05 Zurich Altstetten | 0h50 | 06:55 Olten station | 1 change | |
| S 5 18525 | 18525 · IR 55 1760 | 1760 | 06:16 Zurich Altstetten | 0h44 | 07:00 Olten station | 1 change | |
| S 12 19224 | 19224 · RE 12 4760 | 4760 | 06:20 Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 07:24 Olten station | 1 change | |
| IR 35 2358 | 2358 | 06:59 Zurich Altstetten | 0h29 | 07:28 Olten station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19128 | 19128 · IR 16 2162 | 2162 | 07:05 Zurich Altstetten | 0h50 | 07:55 Olten station | 1 change | |
| S 5 18529 | 18529 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 07:16 Zurich Altstetten | 0h44 | 08:00 Olten station | 1 change | |
| S 12 19228 | 19228 · RE 12 4762 | 4762 | 07:20 Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 08:24 Olten station | 1 change | |
| S 11 19131 | 19131 · RE 37 4812 | 4812 · S 26 8632 | 8632 | 07:24 Zurich Altstetten | 0h57 | 08:21 Olten station | 2 changes | |
| IR 35 2360 | 2360 | 07:59 Zurich Altstetten | 0h29 | 08:28 Olten station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Olten
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Trains from Zurich to Olten run on average 28 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 29m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Olten trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Olten 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: Zurich to Olten train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich and Olten
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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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