The average train between Bologna and Olten takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Bologna to Olten. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bologna and Olten. The earliest departure is at 8:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bologna is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Olten at 11:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bologna to Olten? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Olten. However, there are services departing from Bologna station and arriving at Olten station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.
Bologna to Olten train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Bologna centrale station.
Bologna to Olten train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Olten station.
Book your Bologna to Olten train tickets online with ItaloTreno, Trenitalia EuroCity and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bologna and Olten is 414 km. The road distance is 499 km.
You can take a train from Bologna centrale to Olten via Milano Centrale and Arth-Goldau in around 5h 51m.