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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Olten
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Olten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Olten will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bern for Olten on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 27 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.
6:36 AM0h27Bern7:03 AMOlten$271One-way0 transfers
- 6:36 AM0h27Bern7:03 AMOlten$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Bern to Olten
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Olten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Olten take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 4m.
The journey is about 29m faster (27m by train vs 56m by car) and roughly $39 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $69 (€56)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bern to Olten train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Olten trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 372 | 372 | 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h26 | 9:30 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 17 2815 | 2815 | 9:07 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h47 | 9:54 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 61 612 | 612 | 9:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 10:00 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2167 | 2167 | 9:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 10:03 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 35 2365 | 2365 | 9:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h46 | 10:24 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 61 964 | 964 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h26 | 10:30 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 17 2817 | 2817 | 10:07 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h47 | 10:54 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 30460 | 30460 | 10:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 11:00 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2169 | 2169 | 10:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 11:03 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 35 2367 | 2367 | 10:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h46 | 11:24 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6 966 | 966 | 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h26 | 11:30 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 17 2819 | 2819 | 11:07 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h47 | 11:54 AM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 61 616 | 616 | 11:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 12:00 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2171 | 2171 | 11:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 12:03 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 35 2369 | 2369 | 11:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h46 | 12:24 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 106 | 106 | 12:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h26 | 12:30 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 17 2821 | 2821 | 12:07 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h47 | 12:54 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6 618 | 618 | 12:33 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 1:00 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2173 | 2173 | 12:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 1:03 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 35 2371 | 2371 | 12:38 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h46 | 1:24 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6 970 | 970 | 1:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h26 | 1:30 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 17 2823 | 2823 | 1:07 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h47 | 1:54 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 61 620 | 620 | 1:33 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 2:00 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2175 | 2175 | 1:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h27 | 2:03 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 35 2373 | 2373 | 1:38 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h46 | 2:24 PM Olten station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:36 AM Bern | 0h27 | 7:03 AM Olten | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Olten
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Trains from Bern to Olten run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Bern to Olten trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Bern and Olten from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
Trenitalia EuroCity
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
BLS AG
FAQs: Trains from Bern to Olten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern 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
Popular train stations from Bern to Olten
Most Bern to Olten trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Olten station pair. Use this guide to compare Bern and Olten train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bern station do trains to Olten leave from?
Getting to Bern Hauptbahnhof from Bern city centre
Bern Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Getting to Bern Europaplatz from Bern city centre
Bern Europaplatz is 3 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Europaplatz train station facilities and services
Bern Europaplatz 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Rosengarten, Restaurant Marzilibrücke
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Europaplatz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Europaplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Europaplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Europaplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Europaplatz: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Bern Expo, Hotel Savoy Bern, Hotel National Bern.
Which Olten station do trains from Bern 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.
Most popular train connections from Bern
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