The cheapest and fastest trains from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 5 trains that leave Biel/Bienne for Lausanne on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
7:18 AM1h08Biel/Bienne8:26 AMLausanne$341One-way0 transfers
7:48 AM1h08Biel/Bienne8:56 AMLausanne$361One-way0 transfers
5:48 AM1h08Biel/Bienne6:56 AMLausanne$371One-way0 transfers
5:18 AM1h08Biel/Bienne6:26 AMLausanne$371One-way0 transfers
8:18 AM1h08Biel/Bienne9:26 AMLausanne$391One-way0 transfers
7:48 AM1h08Biel/Bienne8:56 AMLausanne$361One-way0 transfers
7:18 AM1h08Biel/Bienne8:26 AMLausanne$341One-way0 transfers
5:48 AM1h08Biel/Bienne6:56 AMLausanne$371One-way0 transfers
5:18 AM1h08Biel/Bienne6:26 AMLausanne$371One-way0 transfers
8:18 AM1h08Biel/Bienne9:26 AMLausanne$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Biel/Bienne to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a bus costs an average of $89.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Biel/Bienne to Lausanne:
A train is $53 (€43) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne costing on average $89 (€71).
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 6m.
The journey is about 10m faster (1h 6m by train vs 1h 16m by car) and roughly $44 (€35) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($35 (€28) vs $80 (€63)). 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.
Direct services run with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Biel/Bienne to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Biel/Bienne to Lausanne trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:48 PM Biel/Bienne | 1h08 | 9:56 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 1h08 | 6:26 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:48 AM Biel/Bienne | 1h08 | 6:56 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 1h08 | 8:26 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:48 AM Biel/Bienne | 1h08 | 8:56 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 1h08 | 9:26 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne
Trains from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Biel/Bienne and Lausanne from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Biel/Bienne 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
Popular train stations from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Seeland
- Restaurant St. Gervais
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Elite
- Art Déco Hotel Elite
- Mercure Plaza Biel
- Located in the main hall
- 580 places, some covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- Regional train connections
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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