Duisburg to Olten by train

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Overview: trains from Duisburg to Olten

Find the key information for travelling by train from Duisburg 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 00:03 View journey
Last train 23:54 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr View journey
Distance (km) 461
Trains / day 42 View all
Cheapest journey €48.86 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 2m
Train operators 35

Duisburg to Olten by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Duisburg to Olten? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 461 kilometres.

Cost of a train ticket between Duisburg and Olten

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €48.86. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around €53, and a week out, fares can hit around €109 on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 9 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Duisburg to Olten departure timetable

On this route, 42 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Duisburg at 00:27 and the last leaving at 23:49 during the week.

For weekend travel to Olten, the earliest departure is at 00:03 and the last one is at 23:54. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 13 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Duisburg to Olten

Trains can complete this route in as little as 5 hours. The total distance travelled is 461 kilometres.

When are tickets between Duisburg and Olten available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Duisburg and Olten can be purchased 9 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Duisburg to Olten by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Olten.

FAQs about the train journey from Duisburg to Olten

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

The trip from Duisburg to Olten covers a distance of 461 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.