The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Olten
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Olten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Olten will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lugano for Olten on Mon, Nov 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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 bus for Lugano to Olten
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Olten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
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€70 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lugano to Olten train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Olten trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:58 AM Lugano | 2h30 | 9:28 AM Olten | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:02 AM Lugano | 2h26 | 9:28 AM Olten | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Olten
Trains from Lugano to Olten run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 02:32 |
Last train 22:30 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lugano to Olten trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Olten from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lugano to Olten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano 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 Lugano to Olten
- 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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