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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Olten is to bus and train which costs SFr 19 - SFr 65 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Olten is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Olten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hbf and arriving at Olten. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Olten?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Olten is 231 km. The road distance is 232.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Olten without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 230.

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

The train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Olten takes 2h 24m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Olten train from?

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

Where does the Karlsruhe to Olten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Olten?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Olten is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Karlsruhe to Olten.

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

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Where can I stay near Olten?

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There are 5 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Olten by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Oltentrain Ice
2h 24m
CHF 75–230
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N474 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Oltentrain S3 / ...
3h 27m
CHF 19–63
Drive 232.9 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Oltencar 232.9 km
2h 17m
CHF 39–56
Train via Basel
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Oltentrain S3 / ...
2h 35m
CHF 26–169
Train via Wettingen
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Badentrain Nightjet
4h 14m
CHF 41–100

Karlsruhe to Olten by train

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.6 km
Duration: 2h 24m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Olten 6 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 75–230 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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