- Must visit
Olympic Museum
The City’s Flagship Museum On Ouchy’s Lakeside, Covering Olympic History, Athletes, And Interactive Sports Exhibits.
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1357 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Lausanne will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
Of the 3 buses that leave Porto for Lausanne on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 1357 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 5 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 55 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $82, and a flight costs an average of $55.
Distance: 843 miles (1357 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$149 Average price Cheapest | $163 Average price | $579 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 25m Average total duration 26h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.4 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.1 - 8.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Lausanne:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Lausanne costing on average $163 (€133).
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Bus takes on average 26h 55m.
Tickets start at around $149 (€122) compared to roughly $579 (€474) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $430 (€352). The journey takes 26h 55m versus 16h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 30h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 29h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $247 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 32h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $265 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 42h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 40h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 40h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $125 |
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Lausanne buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 40h55 | 4:25 PM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 7:30 AM Porto | 31h55 | 3:25 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Porto | 29h25 | 2:25 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Porto | 31h55 | 7:05 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Porto to Lausanne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 26h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 843 miles (1357 km) distance in 29h 25m.
Distance 843 miles (1357 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 29h 25m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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The City’s Flagship Museum On Ouchy’s Lakeside, Covering Olympic History, Athletes, And Interactive Sports Exhibits.
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Major Arts District Next To The Station, Home To Several Museums In A Contemporary Cultural Complex.
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Atmospheric Historic Center With Steep Lanes, Small Squares, Shops, And Major Monuments Around The Cathedral.
Scenic Waterfront Walk Along Lake Geneva, Favored For Strolling, Sunset Views, And Classic Lausanne Photos.
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Melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes and served with pickles and onions. This emblematic dish from nearby Romandy and Valais is widely enjoyed in Lausanne.
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Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving CHF 2-10 for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares; no tip needed for quick coffee stops.
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