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

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Olten and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Olten station to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Olten Station and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Olten and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Olten and arriving at Locarno. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Olten to Locarno?

The distance between Olten and Locarno is 212 km. The road distance is 213.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Locarno without a car is to train via Zofingen which takes 3h 25m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Olten to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olten to Locarno bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Olten to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Olten to Locarno?

The best way to get from Olten to Locarno is to train via Zofingen which takes 3h 25m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Olten to Locarno bus arrive?

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

Where does the Olten to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Olten to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Olten to Locarno is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Olten to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2458+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

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

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Olten to Locarno by train

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3h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.6 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zofingen to Locarno once a week. Tickets cost CHF 55–110 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Olten Station to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 19–28 and the journey takes 5h.

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