Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Olten | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Olten | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Olten | No tags | ||||
| Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Olten | No tags | ||||
| Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Olten | No tags |
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Get from Zürich to Olten
The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Zürich and Olten?
Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland
Olten
- ABahnhofstrasse 22, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
- B
Olten Hammer
Stationsstrasse 28, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $27
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zürich to Olten by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Zürich to Olten?
The cheapest train tickets from Zürich to Olten start from $27. The average price for this train route is around $45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Zürich to Olten?
The average train ride duration from Zürich to Olten is 35m, covering a distance of 30 miles (48 km). The quickest train can get you there in 30m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators service the Zürich to Olten route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Zürich to Olten?
The earliest train departs from Zürich to Olten at 7:04am. And the latest train departs at 10:32pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Olten was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Zürich to Olten, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $237 for a train ticket from Zürich to Olten based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-10.
