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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Lausanne
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €71
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €153
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 13 h 3 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 14 h 15 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 946 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Lausanne will cost around €153 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €71.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 4 trains from Budapest to Lausanne, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 946 km distance in an average of 14 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 h 52 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.
10:40 AM 17h52 Budapest 4:32 AM Lausanne €71 1 One-way 0 changes3:40 AM 13h03 Budapest 4:43 PM Lausanne €116 1 One-way 0 changes8:40 AM 13h03 Budapest 9:43 PM Lausanne €189 1 One-way 0 changes7:40 AM 13h03 Budapest 8:43 PM Lausanne €236 1 One-way 0 changes
8:40 AM 13h03 Budapest 9:43 PM Lausanne €189 1 One-way 0 changes7:40 AM 13h03 Budapest 8:43 PM Lausanne €236 1 One-way 0 changes3:40 AM 13h03 Budapest 4:43 PM Lausanne €116 1 One-way 0 changes10:40 AM 17h52 Budapest 4:32 AM Lausanne €71 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Lausanne
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Trains from Budapest to Lausanne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 946 km distance in 12h 31m.
Distance 946 km |
Average train duration 13h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 31m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
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Live departures
Budapest to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:40 AM Budapest | 13h03 | 4:43 PM Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:40 AM Budapest | 13h03 | 8:43 PM Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:40 AM Budapest | 13h03 | 9:43 PM Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:40 AM Budapest | 17h52 | 4:32 AM Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Lausanne
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Budapest to Lausanne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Lausanne 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 Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Lausanne
Most Budapest to Lausanne trains use the Budapest Keleti to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Lausanne leave from?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Which Lausanne station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Lausanne from Lausanne city centre
Lausanne train station facilities and services
Lausanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
Most popular train connections from Budapest
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