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

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Lugano is to train and bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 75 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Olten and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Olten and arriving at Lugano. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Olten to Lugano?

The distance between Olten and Lugano is 214 km. The road distance is 220.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 230.

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

The train from Olten to Lugano takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Olten to Lugano train from?

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

Where does the Olten to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Olten to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Olten to Lugano is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Olten to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Olten to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Olten to Lugano by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Olten to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
2h 28m
CHF 70–230
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Olten to Luzerntrain Ir26
2. Take the bus from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 57m
CHF 31–74
Drive 220.9 km
1. Drive from Olten to Luganocar 220.9 km
2h 25m
CHF 36–52
Train via Cadenazzo
1. Take the train from Olten to Cadenazzotrain Ir26
4h 9m
CHF 66–116

Olten to Lugano by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 214.5 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Olten, Switzerland and Lugano, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Olten to Lugano every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 70–230 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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