The average train between Linz and Olten takes 8h 4m and the fastest train takes 7h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Olten. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Linz and Olten. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 4:45 PM which arrives into Olten at 12:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Buchs Sg and take an average of 8h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Linz to Olten? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Linz to Olten. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Olten station via Buchs Sg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.
Linz to Olten train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Olten train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Olten station.
Book your Linz to Olten train tickets online with Railjet and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Linz and Olten is 488.1 km. The road distance is 648 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Olten via Buchs Sg, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 8h 22m.