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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Basel is to train which takes 39 min and costs SFr 5 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Olten and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Olten Station station and arriving at Basel. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Olten and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Olten and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Olten to Basel?

The distance between Olten and Basel is 39 km. The road distance is 42.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Basel without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs SFr 5 - SFr 55.

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

The train from Olten to Basel SBB takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Olten to Basel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Olten to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Olten to Basel?

The best way to get from Olten to Basel is to train which takes 39 min and costs SFr 5 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 3 - SFr 6 and takes 1h.

Where does the Olten to Basel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Olten to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Olten to Basel?

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

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

Book your Olten to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1260+ hotels available in Basel.

Can I share a ride from Olten to Basel?

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

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

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

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Olten to Basel by train

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Distance: 39 km
Duration: 39 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Olten to Basel SBB every 15 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 9–19 and the journey takes 39 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Olten Station to Basel twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–6 and the journey takes 1h.

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