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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Olten is to bus and train which costs SFr 21 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Olten is to fly and train which takes 2h 16m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 240.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Olten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Genève and arriving at Olten. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Geneva to Olten?

The distance between Geneva and Olten is 219 km. The road distance is 221.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Olten without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 80.

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

The train from Genève to Olten takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Olten train from?

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

Where does the Geneva to Olten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geneva to Olten?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Olten is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Geneva to Olten.

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

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Where can I stay near Olten?

There are 391+ hotels available in Olten.

Geneva to Olten - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Olten by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Genève to Oltentrain Ic1
2h 22m
CHF 45–80
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Bernbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Bern to Oltentrain Ic61 / ...
3h 8m
CHF 21–58
Drive 221.3 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Oltencar 221.3 km
2h 22m
CHF 35–50
Fly, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Oltentrain
2h 16m
CHF 95–239
Train via Lausanne
1. Take the train from Genève to Renens VDtrain Re33 / ...
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Oltentrain Ic5 / ...
2h 57m
CHF 42–77

Geneva to Olten by train

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2h 22mAverage Duration

CHF 45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.5 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Olten twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 45–80 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

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