- 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 on Sep 18
$133
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$149
Fastest journey on Sep 18
10 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
10 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 18
2
Distance
630 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Lausanne will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 trains from Ancona to Lausanne, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 630 km distance in an average of 10 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 3 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 10 h 3 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 Ancona to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $50, while a flight costs an average of $736.
Distance: 391 miles (630 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $147 Average price | $736 Average price | $333 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Lausanne:
A train is $97 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ancona to Lausanne costing on average $147.
A train is $686 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Lausanne costing on average $736.
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 11m.
Bus takes on average 13h 32m.
The journey is about 14m faster (8h 11m by train vs 8h 25m by car) and roughly $284 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 vs $333). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Lausanne trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 AM Ancona | 10h29 | 10:14 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Ancona to Lausanne run on average 27 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:12, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 391 miles (630 km) distance in 7h 12m.
Distance 391 miles (630 km) |
Average train duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 7h 12m |
First train 3:12 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Historic market square below the cathedral, known for its fountain, terraces, and access to Lausanne's old-town lanes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona 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.

Most Ancona to Lausanne trains use the Ancona to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ancona is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Little Italy, Trattoria da Nordio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ancona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ancona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ancona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ancona, Grand Hotel Palace, SeePort Hotel.
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 options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
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