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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Solothurn is to drive which costs SFr 10 - SFr 16 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Solothurn is to drive which takes 44 min and costs SFr 10 - SFr 16.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Solothurn?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Solothurn. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Solothurn via Olten. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Basel to Solothurn?

The distance between Basel and Solothurn is 72 km. The road distance is 67.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Solothurn without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Basel to Solothurn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Solothurn train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Solothurn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Solothurn?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Solothurn is 67 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Basel to Solothurn.

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

Book your Basel to Solothurn train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Solothurn?

There are 308+ hotels available in Solothurn.

Basel to Solothurn - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Solothurn by train, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to OltenIce / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to SolothurnS20 / ...
1h 12m
CHF 22–37
Drive 67.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Solothurn67.3 km
44 min
CHF 11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basel to Solothurn67.3 km
44 min
CHF 340–410
Train via Basel SBB
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to OltenS3 / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to SolothurnS20 / ...
1h 22m
CHF 16–37

Basel to Solothurn by train

152Weekly Trains

1h 12mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72.1 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Solothurn, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Solothurn via Olten in around 1h 12m.

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