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What is the best way to travel from Olten to Cologne?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Trains to Cologne from Olten. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
6h 0m
£36
£46
22
Flight
4h 15m
£44
£135
69

What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Olten?

You can reach Cologne with just £36 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £52
Sunday
Monday
from £44
Tuesday
from £36
Wednesday
from £74
Thursday
from £63
Friday

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • R Airlines
    23h 15m
    0
    09:15
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £52
  • R Airlines
    25h 15m
    0
    09:15
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £80
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    11h 5m
    0
    12:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £162
  • Pegasus Airlines
    11h 5m
    0
    12:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £166
  • Nouvelair
    13h 15m
    0
    11:10
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    00:25
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Nouvelair
    Economy
    from £182
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 55m
    0
    07:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    12:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £223

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • R Airlines
    18h 25m
    0
    16:10
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 55m
    0
    06:45
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    15:40
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £59
  • Wizz Air
    8h 10m
    0
    14:10
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £84
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    17h 40m
    0
    16:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £118
  • AJet
    20h 40m
    0
    13:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from £124
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    07:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    12:05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £137

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 19m
    0
    18:33
    Olten
    Central Station
    00:52
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £36
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    15:33
    Olten
    Central Station
    21:33
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £46
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    09:33
    Olten
    Central Station
    15:33
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £57
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • AJet
    20h 35m
    0
    12:15
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from £59
  • Pegasus Airlines
    16h 15m
    0
    16:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £65
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 45m
    0
    20:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 50m
    0
    06:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £74
  • Azman Air
    4h 15m
    0
    17:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from £74

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Wizz Air
    11h 5m
    0
    09:45
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    20:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £74
  • Pegasus Airlines
    19h 5m
    0
    16:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    11:40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £87
  • Pegasus Airlines
    10h 25m
    0
    12:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £92
  • AJet
    8h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from £96
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 50m
    0
    06:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £154
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    19:35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £154

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • R Airlines
    20h 10m
    0
    12:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £63
  • EasyJet Airline
    21h 5m
    0
    11:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:05
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £75
  • R Airlines
    19h 25m
    0
    12:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:05
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £76
  • Ryanair
    14h 55m
    0
    18:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    09:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £77
  • Pegasus Airlines
    16h 15m
    0
    16:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £105
  • AJet
    11h 15m
    0
    12:15
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from £106

What are the fastest trips from Olten to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne from Olten in just 4h 15m with a Flight from Azman Air. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 4h 50m
Sunday
Monday
from 4h 15m
Tuesday
from 4h 15m
Wednesday
from 4h 15m
Thursday
from 6h 50m
Friday

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 50m
    0
    06:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £305
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 55m
    0
    07:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    12:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £223
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    11h 5m
    0
    12:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £162
  • Pegasus Airlines
    11h 5m
    0
    12:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £166
  • Nouvelair
    13h 15m
    0
    11:10
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    00:25
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Nouvelair
    Economy
    from £182
  • Hop!
    18h 15m
    0
    14:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Hop!
    Economy
    from £235

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Azman Air
    4h 15m
    0
    17:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from £153
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    07:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    12:05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £137
  • Hop!
    5h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    19:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Hop!
    Economy
    from £172
  • KLM Cityhopper
    6h 40m
    0
    11:15
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    17:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £205
  • Vueling Airlines
    7h 35m
    0
    14:20
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    21:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £149
  • Wizz Air
    8h 10m
    0
    14:10
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £84

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Azman Air
    4h 15m
    0
    17:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from £74
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 50m
    0
    06:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £74
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 45m
    0
    20:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
  • Pegasus Airlines
    16h 15m
    0
    16:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £65
  • AJet
    20h 35m
    0
    12:15
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from £59
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    15:33
    Olten
    Central Station
    21:33
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £46
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    09:33
    Olten
    Central Station
    15:33
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £57
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 19m
    0
    18:33
    Olten
    Central Station
    00:52
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £36

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Azman Air
    4h 15m
    0
    17:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    22:10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from £154
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 50m
    0
    06:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    10:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £154
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    19:35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £154
  • AJet
    8h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from £96
  • Hop!
    9h 25m
    0
    10:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    19:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Hop!
    Economy
    from £197
  • British Airways
    10h 10m
    0
    06:20
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    16:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £211

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • British Airways
    6h 50m
    0
    06:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    12:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £201
  • Pegasus Airlines
    11h 5m
    0
    12:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £107
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    11h 5m
    0
    12:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £118
  • AJet
    11h 15m
    0
    12:15
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    23:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from £106
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 30m
    0
    21:20
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    08:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £110
  • Ryanair
    14h 55m
    0
    18:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    09:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £77
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Olten to Cologne

What are the most popular stations in Olten and Cologne?

In Olten, you will usually depart from Bus station, Stadthalle or Spital, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Messe/Deutz Train Station, Central Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cologne from Olten? With 10 connections between 1 Flight and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Olten and Cologne, you can pay as low as £36 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Azman Air: you will get to Cologne in just 4h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Olten and Cologne are EasyJet Airline, Pegasus Airlines and Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Olten and Cologne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Trimbach or to Huerth, and look at flights from Basel Mulhouse Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Olten to Cologne?

The most popular companies between Olten and Cologne, are EasyJet Airline, Pegasus Airlines and Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Pegasus Airlines, R Airlines and 12 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Olten to Cologne

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Olten to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Olten to Cologne

How can I reach Cologne from Olten?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Flight and Train, with which you can get to Cologne from Olten.

How far is Cologne from Olten?

The distance between Olten and Cologne is 404.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Olten and Cologne?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 69 kgs, and a flight 100 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Olten to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne with just £36 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cologne in just 4h 15m with a Flight from Azman Air.

More routes to Olten and to Cologne

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Olten and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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