Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$95

Average price

$114

Fastest journey

5 h 21 m

Average duration

5 h 28 m

Trains per day

Distance

428 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Lausanne on Sat, Jul 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 428 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 5 h 38 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.

07:48AM5h38

Frankfurt am Main

01:26PMLausanne

$951One-way

0 transfers

08:05AM5h38

Frankfurt am Main

01:43PMLausanne

$951One-way

0 transfers

07:27AM8h16

Frankfurt am Main

03:43PMLausanne

$951One-way

0 transfers

06:48AM5h32

Frankfurt am Main

12:20PMLausanne

$1271One-way

0 transfers

11:05AM5h21

Frankfurt am Main

04:26PMLausanne

$1591One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €136.

Distance: 265 miles (428 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€94 Average price	€40 Average price Cheapest	€228 Average price
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions	1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $24 (€19)

Distance

265 miles (428 km)

Average train duration

5h 20m

Cheapest ticket price

$37 (€30)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 21m

First train

00:04

Last train

23:44

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $24 (€19)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and České dráhy from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne trains

Deutsche Bahn and České dráhy trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Lausanne from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $37
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 13 a day

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne

FAQs: Travel by train from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne.

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne can start from as little as $47 (€38) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne is $114 (€92); 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne is 5 h 42 min to travel the 265 mile (427 km) long trip, with around there are 14 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne leaves at 12: 14 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne leaves at 11: 44 PM.

There are 14 trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC) for the best way to get you to Lausanne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 44 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne is August.

You have options as you can travel to Lausanne from Frankfurt am Main 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.