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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Solothurn
Showing times and prices for May 11
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
78 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Solothurn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Solothurn will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Fast trains
Of the 45 trains that leave Zurich for Solothurn on Mon, May 11, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest trains will take 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 5169:59 AM0h59Zurich Altstetten10:58 AMSolothurn station€271One-way1 transfer- IR 35 2370 | 2370 · IC 5 524 | 5241:59 PM0h59Zurich Altstetten2:58 PMSolothurn station€281One-way1 transfer
- IR 35 2372 | 2372 · IC 5 526 | 5262:59 PM0h59Zurich Altstetten3:58 PMSolothurn station€281One-way1 transfer
- IR 35 2364 | 2364 · IC 5 518 | 51810:59 AM0h59Zurich Altstetten11:58 AMSolothurn station€281One-way1 transfer
- IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 5148:59 AM0h59Zurich Altstetten9:58 AMSolothurn station€291One-way1 transfer
- IC 5 512 | 5128:04 AM0h54Zurich HB8:58 AMSolothurn station€341One-way0 transfers
- IC 5 514 | 5149:04 AM0h54Zurich HB9:58 AMSolothurn station€321One-way0 transfers
- IC 5 516 | 51610:04 AM0h54Zurich HB10:58 AMSolothurn station€301One-way0 transfers
- IC 5 520 | 52012:04 PM0h54Zurich HB12:58 PMSolothurn station€331One-way0 transfers
- IC 5 518 | 51811:04 AM0h54Zurich HB11:58 AMSolothurn station€331One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Zurich to Solothurn train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Solothurn trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 5 512 | 512 | 8:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 8:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18529 | 18529 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h10 | 9:26 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18929 | 18929 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 9:26 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 9:26 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 9:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 9:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 | 9:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 9:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18533 | 18533 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h10 | 10:26 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18933 | 18933 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 10:26 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 10:26 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 10:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 10:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 | 10:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 10:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 9 18937 | 18937 · IR 55 1766 | 1766 | 10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 11:26 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18537 | 18537 · IR 55 1766 | 1766 | 10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h10 | 11:26 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1766 | 1766 | 10:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 11:26 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 5 518 | 518 | 10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 11:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2364 | 2364 · IC 5 518 | 518 | 10:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 11:58 AM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 518 | 518 | 11:04 AM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 11:58 AM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 9 18941 | 18941 · IR 55 1768 | 1768 | 11:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 12:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18541 | 18541 · IR 55 1768 | 1768 | 11:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h10 | 12:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1768 | 1768 | 11:29 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 12:26 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 5 520 | 520 | 11:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 12:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2366 | 2366 · IC 5 520 | 520 | 11:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 12:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 520 | 520 | 12:04 PM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 12:58 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 9 18945 | 18945 · IR 55 1770 | 1770 | 12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 1:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18545 | 18545 · IR 55 1770 | 1770 | 12:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h10 | 1:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1770 | 1770 | 12:29 PM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 1:26 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 1:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2368 | 2368 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 12:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 1:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 522 | 522 | 1:04 PM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 1:58 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 9 18949 | 18949 · IR 55 1772 | 1772 | 1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 2:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18549 | 18549 · IR 55 1772 | 1772 | 1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h10 | 2:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1772 | 1772 | 1:29 PM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 2:26 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 5 524 | 524 | 1:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 2:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2370 | 2370 · IC 5 524 | 524 | 1:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 2:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 524 | 524 | 2:04 PM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 2:58 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18553 | 18553 · IR 55 1774 | 1774 | 2:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h10 | 3:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18953 | 18953 · IR 55 1774 | 1774 | 2:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 3:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1774 | 1774 | 2:29 PM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 3:26 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 5 526 | 526 | 2:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 3:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2372 | 2372 · IC 5 526 | 526 | 2:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h59 | 3:58 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 526 | 526 | 3:04 PM Zurich HB | 0h54 | 3:58 PM Solothurn station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18557 | 18557 · IR 55 1776 | 1776 | 3:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h10 | 4:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18957 | 18957 · IR 55 1776 | 1776 | 3:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h10 | 4:26 PM Solothurn station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Solothurn
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Trains from Zurich to Solothurn run on average 25 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 54m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Solothurn trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Solothurn from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
54m
Cheapest Price
€22
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
€55
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Solothurn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Solothurn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Solothurn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Solothurn can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Solothurn is €27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Zurich to Solothurn is 54m to travel the 78 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Zurich to Solothurn leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Zurich to Solothurn leaves at 11:51 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Zurich to Solothurn with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Zurich to Solothurn, you can count on SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) for the best way to get you to Solothurn. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Zurich and Solothurn and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Solothurn from Zurich is worth doing with a journey time of 54m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Zurich to Solothurn is March.
Yes, you can take a train between Zurich and Solothurn.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Solothurn
Zurich
Solothurn
The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Solothurn.
Zürich HB
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
- Cost CHF 12
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
Public transit options for Zürich HB
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
Zürich Oerlikon
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
5 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
Dining
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 72 places, 60 places
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transit options for Zürich Oerlikon
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
Zürich Altstetten
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
5 kmNumber of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
Dining
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 240 places, covered
Car Rental
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Zürich Altstetten
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Solothurn is Solothurn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Solothurn for your journey to Solothurn from Zurich.
Solothurn
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Hauptstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Baseltor
- Restaurant Salzhaus
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Ambassador
- Hotel Roter Turm
- Hotel an der Aare
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 120 places, covered
Car Rental
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Solothurn
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: S-Bahn S8, S9
- Regional trains
Solothurn West
Amenities at train station
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Solothurn, Schiffländte
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