Erfurt to Olten by train

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Overview: trains from Erfurt to Olten

Find the key information for travelling by train from Erfurt 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 01:22 View journey
Last train 23:47 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 50m View journey
Distance (km) 463
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey €48.86 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 36m
Train operators 36

Travelling from Erfurt to Olten by train

Considering a train trip from Erfurt 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.

Train cost between Erfurt to Olten

Getting from Erfurt to Olten by rail typically costs €48.67, but runs about €54 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to €63. Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel from Erfurt to Olten

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 01:22 and the last departure is 23:47. On weekends, the first train departs at 01:22 and the last train leaves at 23:41. On average, a total of 25 trains make this journey each day.

Erfurt to Olten train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 463 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 5 hours and 50 minutes.

Booking time frame: Erfurt to Olten trains

Tickets for travel to Olten along this route are available for purchase 10 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

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 Erfurt to Olten

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

The train journey between Erfurt and Olten covers 463 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.