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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Olten is to bus and train via Prague which costs SFr 55 - SFr 110 and takes 11h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Olten is to fly and train which takes 4h 57m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Olten?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Olten. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Olten via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 37m.

How far is it from Prague to Olten?

The distance between Prague and Olten is 627 km. The road distance is 697.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Olten without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 24m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Prague to Olten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Olten train from?

Prague to Olten train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Where does the Prague to Olten train arrive?

Prague to Olten train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Basel Sbb station.

Can I drive from Prague to Olten?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Olten is 697 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Prague to Olten.

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

Book your Prague to Olten train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Olten?

There are 391+ hotels available in Olten.

Prague to Olten - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Prague to Olten by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Basel, train
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Basel (BSL)plane PRG - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Oltentrain
4h 57m
CHF 59–194
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Zurichbus
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oltentrain Ic5 / ...
9h 24m
CHF 58–97
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel Sbbtrain Ec
13h 37m
CHF 153–197
Drive 697.2 km
1. Drive from Prague to Oltencar 697.2 km
6h 49m
CHF 108–157
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane PRG - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Oltentrain
5h 18m
CHF 93–223
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Freisingtrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
8h 43m
CHF 153–327
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DRS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Oltentrain
7h 39m
CHF 155–424
Bus, train via Prague
1. Take the bus from Prague to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 183 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Oltentrain Ic5 / ...
11h 39m
CHF 59–106

Prague to Olten by bus and train

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9h 24mAverage Duration

CHF 58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 626.9 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Olten, Switzerland?

ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel Sbb once daily. Tickets cost CHF 140–200 and the journey takes 12h 50m.

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