The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Olten
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Olten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Olten will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lausanne for Olten on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.






Live departures
Lausanne to Olten train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Olten trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:34 AM Lausanne | 1h44 | 9:18 AM Olten | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:04 AM Lausanne | 1h53 | 9:57 AM Olten | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:04 PM Lausanne | 1h53 | 4:57 PM Olten | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Olten
Trains from Lausanne to Olten run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Olten trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Olten from $48 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to Olten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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 Lausanne to Olten
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 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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