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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Olten is to rideshare which costs SFr 4 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Olten is to train which takes 29 min and costs SFr 4 - SFr 19.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Olten?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel and arriving at Olten Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Olten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Olten. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Basel to Olten?

The distance between Basel and Olten is 38 km. The road distance is 43 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Olten without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs SFr 4 - SFr 19.

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

The train from Basel SBB to Olten takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel to Olten bus from?

Basel to Olten bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Basel station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Olten train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Olten?

The best way to get from Basel to Olten is to train which takes 29 min and costs SFr 4 - SFr 19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 3 - SFr 6 and takes 2h.

Where does the Basel to Olten bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Olten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Olten?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Olten is 43 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Basel to Olten.

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

Book your Basel to Olten train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Olten?

There are 376+ hotels available in Olten.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Olten?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Olten. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to Olten - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Olten by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Basel to Olten by train

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Distance: 37.7 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Olten hourly. Tickets cost CHF 10–19 and the journey takes 29 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Basel to Olten Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–6 and the journey takes 2h.

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