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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Basel to Olten

Composite routes from Basel to Olten

Cheapest
37 min
Car
44 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
info@sob.ch
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Basel SBB to Olten
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Olten
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.65–$36.96

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
info@sbb-deutschland.de
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Basel SBB to Olten
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$7.07

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Basel to Olten
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.85

Bus operators

Marino Autolinee

Phone:
+39 080 3112335
Email:
info@marinobus.it
Website:
marinobus.it/
Bus from Basel to Olten
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
info@gruppodimaio.it
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Basel to Olten
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.67–$6.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Olten is to rideshare which costs $3.85 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Olten is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $8.70 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Olten?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel and arriving at Olten Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Olten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Olten. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Basel to Olten?

The distance between Basel and Olten is 39 km. The road distance is 45 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Olten without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs $5.43 - $7.07 .

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

The train from Basel SBB to Olten takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Basel to Olten bus from?

Basel to Olten bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Basel station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Olten train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Olten?

The best way to get from Basel to Olten is to train which takes 39 min and costs $5.43 - $7.07 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.67 - $19.57 and takes 2h.

Where does the Basel to Olten bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Olten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Olten?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Olten is 45 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Basel to Olten.

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

Book your Basel to Olten train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Olten?

Book your Basel to Olten bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Olten?

There are 306+ hotels available in Olten. Prices start at $83.84 per night.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Olten?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Olten. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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