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Kunstmuseum Solothurn
Premier art museum with strong Swiss holdings from old masters to modern works; a cultural cornerstone for understanding Solothurn’s artistic identity.
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Solothurn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Solothurn will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich for Solothurn on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 59 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Solothurn 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 54m. 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: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m 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 Solothurn take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
The journey is about 19m faster (54m by train vs 1h 13m by car) and roughly €31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€29 vs €61). 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, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Solothurn trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 11 19116 | 19116 · IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 55 1756 | 1756 | 5:05 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 6:25 AM Solothurn station | 2 transfers | |
S 14 19416 | 19416 · IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 55 1756 | 1756 | 5:07 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h18 | 6:25 AM Solothurn station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 55 1756 | 1756 | 5:19 AM Zurich HB | 1h06 | 6:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 5 508 | 508 | 5:46 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h12 | 6:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2354 | 2354 · IC 5 508 | 508 | 5:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 6:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 508 | 508 | 6:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 6:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · IR 55 1758 | 1758 | 6:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 7:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IR 55 1758 | 1758 | 6:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 7:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1758 | 1758 | 6:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 7:25 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 5 510 | 510 | 6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 7:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2356 | 2356 · IC 5 510 | 510 | 6:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 7:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 510 | 510 | 7:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 7:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18525 | 18525 · IR 55 1760 | 1760 | 7:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 8:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18925 | 18925 · IR 55 1760 | 1760 | 7:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 8:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1760 | 1760 | 7:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 8:25 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 5 512 | 512 | 7:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 8:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2358 | 2358 · IC 5 512 | 512 | 7:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 8:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 512 | 512 | 8:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 8:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 9:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 9:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 9:25 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 9:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 9:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 514 | 514 | 9:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 9:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 10:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 10:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 10:25 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 10:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 10:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 516 | 516 | 10:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 10:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IR 55 1766 | 1766 | 10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 11:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · IR 55 1766 | 1766 | 10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 11:25 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1766 | 1766 | 10:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 11:25 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 5 518 | 518 | 10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 11:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2364 | 2364 · IC 5 518 | 518 | 10:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 11:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 518 | 518 | 11:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 11:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18941 | 18941 · IR 55 1768 | 1768 | 11:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 12:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18541 | 18541 · IR 55 1768 | 1768 | 11:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 12:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1768 | 1768 | 11:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 12:25 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 5 520 | 520 | 11:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 12:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2366 | 2366 · IC 5 520 | 520 | 11:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 12:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 520 | 520 | 12:04 PM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 12:58 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · IR 55 1770 | 1770 | 12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 1:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18545 | 18545 · IR 55 1770 | 1770 | 12:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 1:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1770 | 1770 | 12:29 PM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 1:25 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 1:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2368 | 2368 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 12:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 1:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 522 | 522 | 1:04 PM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 1:58 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18549 | 18549 · IR 55 1772 | 1772 | 1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 2:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18949 | 18949 · IR 55 1772 | 1772 | 1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 2:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1772 | 1772 | 1:29 PM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 2:25 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 5 524 | 524 | 1:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 2:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2370 | 2370 · IC 5 524 | 524 | 1:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 2:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 524 | 524 | 2:04 PM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 2:58 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18953 | 18953 · IR 55 1774 | 1774 | 2:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 3:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18553 | 18553 · IR 55 1774 | 1774 | 2:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h09 | 3:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 55 1774 | 1774 | 2:29 PM Zurich HB | 0h56 | 3:25 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 5 526 | 526 | 2:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 3:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2372 | 2372 · IC 5 526 | 526 | 2:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 3:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 526 | 526 | 3:04 PM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 3:58 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18957 | 18957 · IR 55 1776 | 1776 | 3:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h09 | 4:25 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zurich to Solothurn run on average 24 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Solothurn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Solothurn trip today.
Premier art museum with strong Swiss holdings from old masters to modern works; a cultural cornerstone for understanding Solothurn’s artistic identity.
Museum in Blumenstein Palace presenting Solothurn’s history, archaeology, and civic culture in a refined historic setting near the old town.
Outstanding arms and military history museum in a landmark arsenal; notable for armor, weapons, and the building’s imposing historic interiors.
Solothurn’s main old-town promenade lined with baroque façades, shops, and civic buildings; the essential street for first-time visitors.
Historic square before the cathedral, prized for grand architecture, open views, and the city’s most iconic urban ensemble.
Forest ravine and pilgrimage walking area just outside the center, loved for chapels, hermitage, and a peaceful nature-meets-history setting.
A rustic potato dish from the Solothurn region, usually served roasted or mashed as a hearty side with meat. It reflects local farmhouse cooking traditions.
Classic Swiss rösti is common in Solothurn: grated potatoes pan-fried until crisp. It is a staple comfort food locals eat in homes and traditional inns.
A baked tart of onions and cream, popular in the German-speaking Swiss plateau. In Solothurn it is a traditional savory dish, especially in cooler months.
Elegant fine dining in Solothurn's old town, known for refined seasonal cuisine and polished service in a historic setting.
Historic traditional restaurant and wine bar with Swiss dishes and a cozy old-town atmosphere. Good for regional classics and local wines.
Well-known riverside venue with broad Swiss and international menus. Popular for relaxed meals, views, and dependable service.
Solothurn is costly for many visitors: hotels, restaurant meals, and Swiss transit usually run higher than in most nearby European cities.
Service is usually included. Round up a few francs in restaurants, cafes, and taxis for good service; tipping is appreciated but not expected.
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Solothurn Allmend -> Solothurn Bahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Solothurn 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 Solothurn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Solothurn trains use the Zürich HB to Solothurn station pair, with some services arriving at Solothurn West. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Solothurn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Solothurn 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Baseltor, Restaurant Salzhaus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Solothurn. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Solothurn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solothurn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Solothurn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solothurn.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ambassador, Hotel Roter Turm, Hotel an der Aare.
Solothurn West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Solothurn West.
ATMs are available at Solothurn West.
Available at Solothurn West: Parking, WC.
Available at Solothurn West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solothurn West.
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