How to travel from Olten to Bern

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Compare train for Olten to Bern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Olten to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF 26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF 26, while a train costs an average of CHF 26.

Distance: 34 miles (56 km)

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CHF 26

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CHF 55

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1h 6m

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36m

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54m

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Compare ways to travel from Olten to Bern

Compare the available ways to get from Olten to Bern, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Olten to Bern is a train with an average price of CHF 26.
The fastest way to travel from Olten to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.
Yes, you can take a train between Olten and Bern.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Olten to Bern among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 18m faster (36m by train vs 54m by car) and roughly CHF 30 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF 26 vs CHF 55). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Olten to Bern

How to get from Olten to Bern by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Olten to Bern is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBBIR 35 2358 | 2358
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  • SBBIR 35 2358 | 2358
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  • SBBIC 61 10271 | 10271
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  • SBBICE 271 | 271
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  • SBBIR 16 2162 | 2162
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  • SBBIR 17 2812 | 2812
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FAQs: Travel from Olten to Bern

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You can travel between Olten and Bern by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Olten to Bern is a train with an average price of CHF 26.
The fastest way to travel from Olten to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.
The distance from Olten to Bern is approximately 34 miles (56 km).
The average frequency per day from Olten to Bern is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Olten and Bern as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Olten to Bern:
  • Trains mostly depart from Olten station and arrive in Bern Hauptbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Olten to Bern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB to go to Bern by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Olten to Bern:
  • 13 direct trains per day with SBB.
Omio customers who travel from Olten to Bern often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Paris, Zurich, Interlaken, Geneva. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bern and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bern to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bern, you can take a guided tour of the Federal Palace, explore the Bern Historical Museum and the Einstein Museum, and wander through the charming streets of the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Visit the Zentrum Paul Klee for art by Swiss painter Paul Klee, and enjoy a walk along the Aare River. Don't miss the Zytglogge, a medieval clock tower with an astronomical clock, and the Bundeshaus. You can also visit BearPark, admire the Gothic-style Bern Cathedral, and enjoy the views from Rosengarten.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Bern is ideal to explore its historic Old Town, visit the Bear Park, and enjoy the Rosengarten and local museums.

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