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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lausanne

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Nov

Cheapest price on 13 Nov: ฿ 1,899
Average ticket price on 13 Nov: ฿ 2,663
Fastest journey on 13 Nov: 2 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 13 Nov: 2 h 11 m
Trains on 13 Nov: 128
Distance: 174 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Lausanne will cost around ฿ 2,663 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only ฿ 1,899.

Fast trains

On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 128 trains from Zurich to Lausanne, including 48 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.

S 11 19116 | 19116 · IC 1 704 | 704
5:05 AM 2h38
Zurich Altstetten
7:43 AM
Lausanne station
฿ 1,899
1 One-way
1 change
IC 1 736 | 736 · S 41 24586 | 24586
9:32 PM 2h42
Zurich HB
12:14 AM
Lausanne station
฿ 1,899
1 One-way
1 change
IC 1 704 | 704
5:19 AM 2h24
Zurich HB
7:43 AM
Lausanne station
฿ 1,951
1 One-way
0 changes
IC 8 842 | 842 · IR 15 2504 | 2504
12:02 AM 6h18
Zurich HB
6:20 AM
Lausanne station
฿ 1,959
1 One-way
1 change
IC 1 734 | 734
8:32 PM 2h11
Zurich HB
10:43 PM
Lausanne station
฿ 1,977
1 One-way
0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Lausanne

Switzerland

Trains from Zurich to Lausanne run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at ฿ 1,534 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 10m.

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

174 km

Average train duration

2h 25m

Cheapest ticket price

฿ 1,534

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 10m

First train

12:02 AM

Last train

11:54 PM

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Wed

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

35 days

Price information

Live departures

Zurich to Lausanne train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lausanne trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IC 8 804 \| 804 · IR 15 2508 \| 2508	6:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	8:20 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 5 508 \| 508	6:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	8:26 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
IC 1 706 \| 706	6:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	8:43 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
S 9 18921 \| 18921 · IC 1 706 \| 706	6:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	8:43 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 1 706 \| 706	6:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	8:43 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
RE 48 4909 \| 4909 · IC 8 10806 \| 10806 · IR 15 2510 \| 2510	6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	9:20 AM Lausanne station	2 changes
RE 48 4909 \| 4909 · IC 5 510 \| 510	6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	9:26 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 8 10806 \| 10806 · IR 15 2510 \| 2510	7:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	9:20 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 5 510 \| 510	7:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	9:26 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
IC 1 708 \| 708	7:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	9:43 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
S 9 18925 \| 18925 · IC 1 708 \| 708	7:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	9:43 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 1 708 \| 708	7:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	9:43 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
RE 48 4911 \| 4911 · IC 8 808 \| 808 · IR 15 2512 \| 2512	7:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	10:20 AM Lausanne station	2 changes
RE 48 4911 \| 4911 · IC 5 512 \| 512	7:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	10:26 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 8 808 \| 808 · IR 15 2512 \| 2512	8:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	10:20 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 5 512 \| 512	8:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	10:26 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
IC 1 710 \| 710	8:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	10:43 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
S 9 18929 \| 18929 · IC 1 710 \| 710	8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	10:43 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 1 710 \| 710	8:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	10:43 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
RE 48 4913 \| 4913 · IC 5 514 \| 514	8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	11:26 AM Lausanne station	1 change
RE 48 4913 \| 4913 · IC 8 10810 \| 10810 · IR 15 2514 \| 2514	8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	11:20 AM Lausanne station	2 changes
IC 8 10810 \| 10810 · IR 15 2514 \| 2514	9:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	11:20 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 5 514 \| 514	9:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	11:26 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
IC 1 712 \| 712	9:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	11:43 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
S 9 18933 \| 18933 · IC 1 712 \| 712	9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	11:43 AM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 1 712 \| 712	9:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	11:43 AM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
9210 · 9269	9:34 AM Zurich HB	6h05	3:39 PM Lausanne station	1 change
RE 48 4915 \| 4915 · IC 5 516 \| 516	9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	12:26 PM Lausanne station	1 change
RE 48 4915 \| 4915 · IC 8 812 \| 812 · IR 15 2516 \| 2516	9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	12:20 PM Lausanne station	2 changes
IC 8 812 \| 812 · IR 15 2516 \| 2516	10:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	12:20 PM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 5 516 \| 516	10:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	12:26 PM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
IC 1 714 \| 714	10:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	12:43 PM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
S 9 18937 \| 18937 · IC 1 714 \| 714	10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	12:43 PM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 1 714 \| 714	10:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	12:43 PM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
RE 48 4917 \| 4917 · IC 5 518 \| 518	10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	1:26 PM Lausanne station	1 change
RE 48 4917 \| 4917 · IC 8 10814 \| 10814 · IR 15 2518 \| 2518	10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	1:20 PM Lausanne station	2 changes
IC 8 10814 \| 10814 · IR 15 2518 \| 2518	11:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	1:20 PM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 8 816 \| 816 · IR 15 2520 \| 2520	12:02 PM Zurich HB	2h18	2:20 PM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 5 520 \| 520	12:04 PM Zurich HB	2h22	2:26 PM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
IC 1 718 \| 718	12:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	2:43 PM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
S 5 18545 \| 18545 · IC 1 718 \| 718	12:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	2:43 PM Lausanne station	1 change
S 9 18945 \| 18945 · IC 1 718 \| 718	12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	2:43 PM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 1 718 \| 718	12:32 PM Zurich HB	2h11	2:43 PM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
S 5 18547 \| 18547 · IC 8 10818 \| 10818 · IR 15 2522 \| 2522	12:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	3:20 PM Lausanne station	2 changes
RE 48 4921 \| 4921 · IC 5 522 \| 522	12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	3:26 PM Lausanne station	1 change
RE 48 4921 \| 4921 · IC 8 10818 \| 10818 · IR 15 2522 \| 2522	12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	3:20 PM Lausanne station	2 changes
IR 35 2368 \| 2368 · IC 5 522 \| 522	12:59 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	3:26 PM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 8 10818 \| 10818 · IR 15 2522 \| 2522	1:02 PM Zurich HB	2h18	3:20 PM Lausanne station	1 change
IC 5 522 \| 522	1:04 PM Zurich HB	2h22	3:26 PM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
IC 1 720 \| 720	1:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	3:43 PM Lausanne station	0 changesdirect
S 9 18949 \| 18949 · IC 1 720 \| 720	1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	3:43 PM Lausanne station	1 change
S 5 18549 \| 18549 · IC 1 720 \| 720	1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	3:43 PM Lausanne station	1 change
S 5 18551 \| 18551 · IC 8 820 \| 820 · IR 15 2524 \| 2524	1:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	4:20 PM Lausanne station	2 changes
9226 · 9277	3:34 PM Zurich HB	6h05	9:39 PM Lausanne station	1 change
Friday, 13 November
IC 8 842 \| 842 · IR 15 2504 \| 2504	12:02 AM Zurich HB	6h18	6:20 AM Lausanne station	1 change
S 11 19192 \| 19192 · S 29 8994 \| 8994 · IR 17 2806 \| 2806 · IR 15 2506 \| 2506	12:05 AM Zurich Altstetten	7h15	7:20 AM Lausanne station	3 changes
IR 37 2290 \| 2290 · S 3 17312 \| 17312 · IC 51 506 \| 506	12:08 AM Zurich HB	7h18	7:26 AM Lausanne station	2 changes
IR 37 2290 \| 2290 · S 29 8994 \| 8994 · IR 17 2806 \| 2806 · IR 15 2506 \| 2506	12:08 AM Zurich HB	7h12	7:20 AM Lausanne station	3 changes
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Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Zurich to Lausanne trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Zurich and Lausanne from ฿ 1,534. 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 SBB Duration

2h 10m

Cheapest SBB Price

฿ 1,534

SBB frequency

23 a day

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

SNCF | TGV Lyria

About

TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SNCF | TGV Lyria Duration

4h 28m

Cheapest SNCF | TGV Lyria Price

฿ 1,964

SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary by ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks

Seat reservation

First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Zurich and Lausanne

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Zurich to Lausanne, you can count on SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria for the best way to get you to Lausanne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Zurich and Lausanne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Zurich to Lausanne train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Lausanne can start from as little as ฿ 1,534 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Lausanne is ฿ 2,555; 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 Lausanne is 2h 10m to travel the 174 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 Lausanne leaves at 12:02 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Zurich to Lausanne leaves at 11:54 pm.

Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Zurich to Lausanne with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Lausanne. Take the fast train with SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Zurich to Lausanne.

Yes, you can take a night train from Zurich to Lausanne with SBB. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

A trip to Lausanne from Zurich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Lausanne including taking a train, flight and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Lausanne

Most Zurich to Lausanne trains use the Zürich Oerlikon to Lausanne station pair, with some services arriving at Lausanne-Chauderon. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zurich

Arrival train stations in Lausanne

Which Zurich station do trains to Lausanne leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Lausanne leave from Zürich Oerlikon. The station is 5 km from Zurich city centre at Oerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S2, S24, Ir36, S14, Re48, S19, S, Ir13, Ic1, S21, S15, S9, Sn8, Ir, N1 · 4m · ฿ 75 · every ~31 min

9, S · 12m · ฿ 150 · every ~3 min

BusE · 13m · ฿ 113

N10 · 14m · ฿ 113

Tram10, 11, 17, 50, 51, 8 · 12m · ฿ 113 · every ~19 min

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

Zürich Oerlikon 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: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.

Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · ฿ 113 · every ~3 min

S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · ฿ 38 · every ~43 min

Bus31, 33 · 5m · ฿ 75 · every ~16 min

N4, N5, N91 · 5m · ฿ 75

Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · ฿ 75 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.