What is the cheapest way to get from Ascona to Olten?

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Olten is to bus which costs SFr 28 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ascona to Olten?

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Olten is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Olten?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Olten station. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Olten Station via Locarno, Rotonda and Bellinzona Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Ascona to Olten?

The distance between Ascona and Olten is 216 km. The road distance is 215.7 km.

How do I travel from Ascona to Olten without a car?

The best way to get from Ascona to Olten without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 39m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

How long does it take to get from Ascona to Olten?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Ascona to Olten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Olten bus from?

Ascona to Olten bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Bellinzona Station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Olten?

The best way to get from Ascona to Olten is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 39m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 28 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Ascona to Olten bus arrive?

Ascona to Olten bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Olten Station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Olten?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Olten is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Ascona to Olten.

Where can I stay near Olten?

There are 390+ hotels available in Olten.

Ascona to Olten - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ascona to Olten by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Oltentrain Ic21 / ...
3h 39m
CHF 39–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Olten Stationbus
6h 45m
CHF 28–40
Drive 215.7 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Oltencar 215.7 km
2h 29m
CHF 34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Oltentrain Ir26
5h 11m

Ascona to Olten by bus and train

131Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.6 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Ascona, Switzerland and Olten, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Bellinzona to Olten every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–95 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Bellinzona Station to Olten Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 19–27 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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