Fribourg to Olten by train

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Overview: trains from Fribourg to Olten

Find the key information for travelling by train from Fribourg to Olten, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:37 View journey
Last train 23:34 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 53m View journey
Distance (km) 84
Trains / day 7 View all
Cheapest journey CA$42.25 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 2m
Train operators 15

Travelling from Fribourg to Olten by train

Considering a train trip from Fribourg to Olten? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train tickets between Fribourg and Olten

The cheapest train tickets from Fribourg to Olten start at CA$42.25. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Fribourg to Olten is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Fribourg to Olten departure frequency and train timetable

With 7 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 48 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 21:03 and the last one is at 23:34. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:37, with the last one at 23:34.

Travel time and distance between Fribourg and Olten

The route’s fastest journey takes 53 minutes, covering a total of 84 kilometres.

When are tickets between Fribourg and Olten available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Fribourg and Olten can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Olten

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Olten.

FAQs about the train journey from Fribourg to Olten

Want to know more about your journey from Fribourg to Olten? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Fribourg to Olten covers a distance of 84 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.