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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva station to Lausanne station
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva station to Lausanne station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva station to Lausanne station will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Geneva station for Lausanne station on Fri, May 08, 5 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 51 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 51 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.
7:39 AM0h50Geneva station8:29 AMLausanne station$181One-way0 transfers- 12:35 PM0h39Geneva station1:14 PMLausanne station$191One-way0 transfers
- 5:08 AM0h51Geneva station5:59 AMLausanne station$221One-way0 transfers
- 7:38 AM0h51Geneva station8:29 AMLausanne station$231One-way0 transfers
- 7:24 AM0h43Geneva station8:07 AMLausanne station$231One-way0 transfers
- 12:35 PM0h39Geneva station1:14 PMLausanne station$191One-way0 transfers
- 7:24 AM0h43Geneva station8:07 AMLausanne station$231One-way0 transfers
- 5:23 PM0h49Geneva station6:12 PMLausanne station$361One-way0 transfers
- 7:39 AM0h50Geneva station8:29 AMLausanne station$181One-way0 transfers
- 7:38 AM0h51Geneva station8:29 AMLausanne station$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry, bus, and train for Geneva station to Lausanne station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva station to Lausanne station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a ferry costs an average of $75.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva station to Lausanne station:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva station to Lausanne station costing on average $24 (€19).
A bus is $57 (€45) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Geneva station to Lausanne station costing on average $78 (€62).
Other travel options to Lausanne station take longer:
Train takes on average 40m.
Ferry takes on average 4h 14m.
The journey is about 11m faster (40m by train vs 51m by car) and roughly $45 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€19) vs $69 (€55)). 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 SBB, 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
Geneva station to Lausanne station train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva station to Lausanne station 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 90 1811 | 1811 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 0h39 | 8:44 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 33 18409 | 18409 | 8:08 AM Geneva station | 0h51 | 8:59 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 95 1713 | 1713 | 8:24 AM Geneva station | 0h46 | 9:10 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 9756+ 17758+9269 | 8:34 AM Geneva station | 7h05 | 3:39 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:35 AM Geneva station | 0h39 | 9:14 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 33 18463 | 18463 | 8:38 AM Geneva station | 0h51 | 9:29 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Geneva station to Lausanne station
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Trains from Geneva station to Lausanne station run on average 8 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva station to Lausanne station trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva station and Lausanne station from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Geneva station to Lausanne station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva station to Lausanne station 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 station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva station to Lausanne station
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
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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