How much does a train ticket from Olten to Zürich cost?

The average train ticket price from Olten to Zürich is $45. The best way to find train tickets from Olten to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Olten to Zürich?

A train trip between Olten and Zürich is around 36m, although the fastest train will take about 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 31 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Olten and Zürich?

The number of trains from Olten to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Olten to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Olten to Zürich?

When taking the train from Olten to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Swiss Federal Railways.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Olten to Zürich?

Trains traveling between Olten and Zürich leave from Olten or Olten Hammer and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Altstetten.

What are the best sights and things to do in Zürich?

Once in Zürich, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are The Grossmünster, Kunsthaus Zürich, Swiss National Museum, The Old Town, St. Peters Church.

Train Olten to Zürich from $19

Next departures

Next departures for Olten to Zürich on August 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:02am	Olten	52m	7:54am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
7:20am	Olten	36m	7:56am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
7:02am	Olten	52m	7:54am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
7:20am	Olten	36m	7:56am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
7:02am	Olten	52m	7:54am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Olten to Zürich on August 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:02pm	Olten	52m	3:54pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
7:20am	Olten	36m	7:56am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
7:02am	Olten	52m	7:54am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
7:20am	Olten	36m	7:56am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
7:02am	Olten	52m	7:54am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Train Olten to Zürich: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$45

Average train trip duration36m

Number of daily trains6

Earliest train departure7:02am

Distance30 miles (48 km)

Latest train departure10:02pm

Train Companies

Swiss Federal Railways

5/56 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness2.5

Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $21

Train and bus companies in CH:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Olten to Zürich Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Olten and Zürich?

Stops in Olten

A - Olten

B - Olten Hammer

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Zürich Altstetten

D - Zürich Oerlikon

E - Zürich Selnau

F - Zürich Stadelhofen

Frequently asked questions for your trip Olten - Zürich

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/20

$25

08/21

$24

Today

$23

08/23

$22

08/24

$19

08/25

$23

08/26

$22

08/27

$23

The cheapest trip from Olten to Zürich was searched and found on Aug 24, 2025 with a price of $19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Olten to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $262 for a train ticket from Olten to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-08-24.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Olten to Zürich is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Zürich, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Olten and Zürich, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Olten to Zürich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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