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 25 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 2m.

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 2m.

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 70 - SFr 120.

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 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 Olten station.

Train or bus from Olten to Locarno?

The best way to get from Olten to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 2m.

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 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?

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

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

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

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Olten to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
2h 48m
CHF 71–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Olten Station to Bellinzona Stationbus
6h 2m
CHF 25–36
Drive 213.2 km
1. Drive from Olten to Locarnocar 213.2 km
2h 25m
CHF 34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Zofingen to Locarnotrain Ic
3h 36m
CHF 65–128
Train #2
1. Take the train from Olten to Locarnotrain Ir26
3h 57m

Olten to Locarno by train

134Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

CHF 71Cheapest 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 60–110 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Südostbahn also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Olten Station to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 19–27 and the journey takes 5h.

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