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Cheap train tickets from Olten to Lugano

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Cheapest

$89

Average

$89

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

01:37PM3h51

Olten

05:28PMLugano

$891One-way

0 transfers

Olten to Lugano train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
SBB	01:37PM Olten	3h51	05:28PM Lugano	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Olten to Lugano

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Fastest Journey

3 h 51 m

Average

3 h 51 m

Trains per day

Distance

170 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Olten for Lugano every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

01:37PM3h51

Olten

05:28PMLugano

$891One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Olten to Lugano

Trains from Olten to Lugano run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€43) but you can travel from only $47 (€43) 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 $47 (€43)

Distance

105 miles (169 km)

Average train duration

2h 51m

Cheapest ticket price

$47 (€43)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 28m

First train

04:27

Last train

22:02

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $47 (€43)

Train companies: SBB from Olten to Lugano trains

Travel to Lugano from Olten from $49 (€45) with Omio’s train partners SBB! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains to Lugano from Olten. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

Train information from Olten to Lugano with SBB:

Average Duration: 2 h 52 min
Cheapest Price: $49

FAQs: Trains from Olten to Lugano

FAQs: Travel by train from Olten to Lugano 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 Lugano.

Cheap train tickets from Olten to Lugano can start from as little as $47 (€43) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Olten to Lugano is $64 (€59); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Olten to Lugano is on average 2 h 28 min for the 105 mile (169 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Olten to Lugano by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Olten to Lugano leaves at 12: 28 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Olten to Lugano leaves at 10: 02 PM.

There are 9 trains a day from Olten to Lugano which require at least one change with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Olten to Lugano, you can count on SBB for the best way to get you to Lugano. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Lugano from Olten and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 02 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 Lugano, located 0.2 miles (356 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Lugano from Olten is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 28 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Olten to Lugano by train is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Olten to Lugano including taking a bus or train.

Popular train stations from Olten to Lugano

Olten

Lugano

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 Lugano.

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