Next train departures

Next departures for Olten to Basel on August 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Olten	25m	7:29am	Basel	Cheapest
Train	7:04am	Olten	25m	7:29am	Basel	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Olten	25m	7:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:04am	Olten	25m	7:29am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:12am	Olten	32m	7:44am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:12am	Olten	32m	7:44am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:12am	Olten	32m	7:44am	Basel	No tags
Train	7:12am	Olten	32m	7:44am	Basel	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:10 PM CEST.

Get from Olten to Basel

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 27 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

27mAverage Duration

21 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Olten and Basel?

Olten

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Olten
Bahnhofstrasse 22, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
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Olten Hammer
Stationsstrasse 28, 4600 Olten, Switzerland

Basel

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Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
C
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
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Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Train Companies

Swiss Federal Railways

4.8/59 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi5.0

Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 39

CH train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Olten to Basel by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Olten to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Olten to Basel start from PEN 39. The average price for this train route is around PEN 94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Olten to Basel?
The average train ride duration from Olten to Basel is 27m, covering a distance of 21 miles (33 km). The quickest train can get you there in 25m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators service the Olten to Basel route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Olten to Basel?
The earliest train departs from Olten to Basel at 7:04am. And the latest train departs at 3:48pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/25

PEN 54

08/26

PEN 42

Today

PEN 45

08/28

PEN 42

08/29

PEN 41

08/30

No data

08/31

PEN 42

09/01

No data

The cheapest trip from Olten to Basel was searched and found on Aug 29, 2026 with a price of PEN 41

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Olten to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 41 to PEN 910 for a train ticket from Olten to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 41 which is on 2026-08-29.