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

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Olten and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Olten and arriving at Lugano. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Olten to Lugano?

The distance between Olten and Lugano is 214 km. The road distance is 220.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 200.

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

The train from Olten to Lugano takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Olten to Lugano train from?

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

Where does the Olten to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Olten to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Olten to Lugano is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Olten to Lugano.

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

Book your Olten to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6600+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Olten to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
2h 28m
CHF 65–200
Drive 220.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Olten to Luganocar 220.9 km
2h 25m
CHF 36–52
Train via Biasca
1. Take the train from Olten to Biascatrain Ir26
2. Take the train from Biasca to Luganotrain S10 / ...
4h 8m
CHF 61–88

Olten to Lugano by train

69Weekly Trains

2h 28mAverage Duration

CHF 65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 214.5 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Olten to Lugano every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 65–200 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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