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 24 - SFr 35 and takes 6h 49m.

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 49m.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Olten?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Olten. However, there are services departing from Solduno and arriving at Olten via Locarno and Aarau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Ascona to Olten?

The distance between Ascona and Olten is 210 km. The road distance is 215.5 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 Aarau which takes 3h 25m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m 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.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Olten train from?

Ascona to Olten train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Olten?

The best way to get from Ascona to Olten is to train via Aarau which takes 3h 25m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 24 - SFr 35 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Ascona to Olten bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ascona to Olten train arrive?

Ascona to Olten train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Aarau station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Olten?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Olten is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Ascona to Olten.

How do I get a train ticket from Ascona to Olten?

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Where can I stay near Olten?

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

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

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Train via Aarau
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Aarautrain Ic
3h 25m
CHF 68–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Olten Stationbus
6h 49m
CHF 24–35
Drive 215.5 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Oltencar 215.5 km
2h 29m
CHF 35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Oltentrain Ir26
5h 11m
CHF 77–143

Ascona to Olten by train

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3h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.9 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Locarno to Aarau once a week. Tickets cost CHF 60–110 and the journey takes 2h 4m. 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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