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

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

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 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 Bellinzona which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Olten to Locarno, including transfers.

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 Olten station.

Where does the Olten to Locarno train arrive?

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

Book your Olten to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2805+ hotels available in Locarno.

Olten to Locarno - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Olten to Locarno by train or car

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Olten to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
2h 48m
CHF 61–99
Drive 213.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Olten to Locarnocar 213.2 km
2h 25m
CHF 34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Olten to Locarnotrain Ir26
3h 57m
CHF 65–100

Olten to Locarno by train

134Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

CHF 61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.6 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Olten to Bellinzona every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 60–180 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Südostbahn also services this route every 3 hours.

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