Olten to Cologne train

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Cheap train tickets from Olten to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olten to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Deutsche Bahn
06:33AM5h32
Olten
12:05PMCologne
$411One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:33AM5h32
Olten
01:05PMCologne
$891One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
01:33PM5h32
Olten
07:05PMCologne
$1291One-way
0 transfers

Olten to Cologne train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Deutsche Bahn07:33AM Olten5h32 01:05PM Cologne0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn01:33PM Olten5h32 07:05PM Cologne0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn06:33AM Olten5h32 12:05PM Cologne0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Olten to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Fastest Journey

5 h 32 m

Average

5 h 32 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

404 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Olten for Cologne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn
07:33AM5h32
Olten
01:05PMCologne
$891One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
01:33PM5h32
Olten
07:05PMCologne
$1291One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:33AM5h32
Olten
12:05PMCologne
$411One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Olten to Cologne

Trains from Olten to Cologne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€68) but you can travel from only $31 (€28) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€28)
Distance
251 miles (404 km)
Average train duration
6h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
$74 (€68)
Trains per day
9
Train providers
1
Fastest train
5h 0m
First train
00:48
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€28)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Olten to Cologne trains

Find the best trains between Olten and Cologne with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn from $74 (€68). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Olten to Cologne. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Olten to Cologne train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 31 min
  • Cheapest Price: $74
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Olten to Cologne

FAQs: Travel by train from Olten to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Olten to Cologne.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Olten to Cologne can start from as little as $74 (€68) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Olten to Cologne is $99 (€91); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Olten and Cologne is on average 5 h   for the 250 mile (404 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Cologne from Olten by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Olten to Cologne leaves at 3: 21 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Olten to Cologne leaves at 11: 58 PM.
There are 12 trains a day from Olten to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Olten to Cologne, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Cologne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Olten to Cologne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 58 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Olten, which is located around 0.2 miles (409 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cologne Hbf, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Olten to Cologne is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Cologne from Olten including taking a bus, train or flight.

Popular train stations from Olten to Cologne

Olten
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Olten is Olten. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Olten for your trip from Olten to Cologne.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
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TaxisTaxis
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WCWC
HotelHotel
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Phone Number
Dining
Dining
  • Rodeo
  • Tiffany1
  • Arcafé
  • C.R.E. Las Palmeras
Hotel
Hotel
  • Arte
  • Hotel Amaris
  • Hotel Olten
  • Oltnerhof
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Messe/Deutz. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Messe/Deutz for your journey to Cologne from Olten.
Köln Messe/DeutzWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Imbiss Athena
  • Arena Grill
  • Cafe Especial
  • Joe Champs
Hotel
Hotel
  • Pension Helenenwall
  • Zur guten Quelle
  • Zum Goldenen Hut
  • Merlin
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Coffee Fellows
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Pizza Hut
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Schweinske
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wyndham Koeln
  • Hilton Cologne
  • Excelsior Hotel Ernst

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