How to travel from Paris to Olten

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Compare train and flight for Paris to Olten

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Olten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of Kč 2,687 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of Kč 2,687, while a flight costs an average of Kč 10,953.

Distance: 276 miles (445 km)

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Flight
Driving

Kč 2,687

Average price

Cheapest

Kč 10,953

Average price

Kč 4,909

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 59m

Average total duration

2h 59m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.3 - 2.7kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

SNCF | TGV INOUI

Most popular train company

Air France

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

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Compare ways to travel from Paris to Olten

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

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Olten is a train with an average price of Kč 2,687.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Olten:

A train is Kč 8,267 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Olten costing on average Kč 10,953.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Olten is by train with an average journey time of 3h 44m.

Other travel options to Olten take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Paris and Olten including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Olten among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3h 18m faster (3h 14m by train vs 6h 32m by car) and roughly Kč 2,223 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (Kč 2,687 vs Kč 4,909). 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 Paris to Olten

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

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

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  • Eurowings
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  • Swiss
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  • British Airways
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  • Vueling
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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Olten

Travel to Olten 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 Paris to Olten.

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There are 2 options to travel between Paris and Olten including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Olten is a train with an average price of Kč 2,687.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Olten:

A train is Kč 8,267 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Olten costing on average Kč 10,953.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Olten is by train with an average journey time of 3h 44m.

Other travel options to Olten take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 59m.

The distance from Paris to Olten is approximately 276 miles (445 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Olten is:
  • Around 81 flights per day.
  • Around 27 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Olten:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de l'Est and arrive in Basel SBB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Olten, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, Deutsche Bahn to go to Olten by train.
  • Travel with Air France, KLM, British Airways, Vueling, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Qatar Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, ITA, Helvetic Airways, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, GetJet Airlines, Amelia to go to Olten by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Olten with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV Lyria.
  • 7 direct flights per day with Air France, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Olten often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Basel, Zurich, Bern, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Olten and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Olten to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of 1 to 2 days in Olten is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the town’s atmosphere.

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