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Trip Overview

The train between Essen and Olten takes 5h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen 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.

5h 25m
Duration
615 km
Distance
CHF 130
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43
5h 35m
CHF 105–449

Essen to Olten train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Essen and Olten. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Olten at 11:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 614.8 km
  • Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Olten, Switzerland?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 95–410 and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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