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Compare train for Zurich to Solothurn
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 an average ticket price of CHF 34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. 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 34, while a train costs an average of CHF 34.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
CHF 34 Average price Cheapest | CHF 60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m 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.
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Compare the available ways to get from Zurich to Solothurn, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The journey is about 15m faster (58m by train vs 1h 13m by car) and roughly CHF 27 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF 34 vs CHF 60). 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.
Travel optionsfrom Zurich to Solothurn
How to get from Zurich to Solothurn by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Zurich to Solothurn is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516
9:59 AM 0h59 Zurich Altstetten 10:58 AM Solothurn station CHF 21 1 One-way 1 transfer
Cheapest
- IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516
9:59 AM 0h59 Zurich Altstetten 10:58 AM Solothurn station CHF 21 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
- IC 5 516 | 516
10:04 AM 0h54 Zurich HB 10:58 AM Solothurn station CHF 23 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- IR 55 1764 | 1764
9:29 AM 0h56 Zurich HB 10:25 AM Solothurn station CHF 23 1 One-way 0 transfers - RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 5 516 | 516
9:48 AM 1h10 Zürich Oerlikon 10:58 AM Solothurn station CHF 24 1 One-way 1 transfer - S 5 18537 | 18537 · IR 55 1766 | 1766
10:16 AM 1h09 Zurich Altstetten 11:25 AM Solothurn station CHF 25 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 25 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Solothurn as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Solothurn station.
- Travel with SBB to go to Solothurn by train.
- 8 direct trains per day with SBB.
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