- Must visit
Musée cantonal des Beaux-Arts Lausanne (MCBA)
Flagship art museum in the Plateforme 10 district, with major Swiss and international works from past centuries to today.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 23 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Montpellier to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Lausanne will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 5 buses that leave Montpellier for Lausanne on Sat, Aug 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 389 km distance in an average of 8 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 8 h 45 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.










Buses from Montpellier to Lausanne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 241 miles (389 km) distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 241 miles (389 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Lausanne buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 8h15 | 6:45 AM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 10h35 | 10:25 AM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
![]() | 12:10 AM Montpellier | 8h45 | 8:55 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 AM Montpellier | 8h15 | 9:50 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Montpellier | 8h05 | 7:00 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Montpellier | 8h05 | 8:00 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flagship art museum in the Plateforme 10 district, with major Swiss and international works from past centuries to today.
Olympic museum on the lakeside with torches, medals, athlete stories, and interactive displays. A global highlight for sports fans.
Art Brut pioneer museum founded from Jean Dubuffet's collection, showcasing powerful outsider art in an elegant historic mansion.
Iconic waterfront promenade with flower beds, harbor views, and Belle Époque hotels. Ideal for walking by Lake Geneva.
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Historic market square below the cathedral, known for its fountain, terraces, and access to Lausanne's old-town lanes.
A bubbling cheese fondue from nearby Vaud, usually made with Gruyère and Vacherin. It is a classic social dish of French-speaking Switzerland.
Melted Raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. Strongly tied to western Switzerland and popular in Lausanne in colder months.
Leeks and potatoes cooked slowly with cream and butter, often served with sausage. It is one of the signature traditional dishes of the canton of Vaud.
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Traditional lakeside restaurant known for Lake Geneva fish, especially perch fillets, with classic regional cooking and water views.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Lausanne by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montpellier to Lausanne buses use the Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière to Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Lausanne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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