The cheapest and fastest trains from Cannes to Lausanne
Cheapest price
$356
Average price
$356
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cannes to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cannes to Lausanne will cost around $356 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $356.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cannes for Lausanne on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 331 km distance in an average of 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 10 h 40 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.
9:59 AM10h40Cannes8:39 PMLausanne$3561One-way0 transfers
9:59 AM10h40Cannes8:39 PMLausanne$3561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cannes to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cannes to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a train costs an average of $83.
Distance: 205 miles (331 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$264 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $261 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 51m Average total duration Fastest 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 58m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cannes to Lausanne:
A bus is $186 (€148) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cannes to Lausanne costing on average $264 (€211).
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 21m.
Bus takes on average 10h 28m.
Tickets start at around $264 (€211) compared to roughly $261 (€209) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.63 (€-2.10). The journey takes 7h 21m versus 6h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cannes to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Cannes to Lausanne trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 PM Cannes | 16h09 | 10:39 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cannes to Lausanne
Trains from Cannes to Lausanne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€78) but you can travel from only $54 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 205 miles (331 km) distance in 9h 39m.
Distance 205 miles (331 km) |
Average train duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€78) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 39m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 7:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Cannes to Lausanne trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Cannes and Lausanne from $54 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Cannes to Lausanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cannes 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 Cannes to Lausanne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Roof
- La Môme
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes
- Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion Cannes
- Hôtel Montaigne & Spa
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: TER services
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Le Bistrot des Toqués
- La Palmeraie
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- ibis Cannes Plage La Bocca
- Hotel Neptune
- Hotel B&B Cannes La Bocca Plage
- 132 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with two platforms for regional train services.
- Bus: Line 1, Line 2
- Train: Regional trains to Nice and Grasse
- 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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