- 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
$68
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Lausanne will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from Karlsruhe to Lausanne without transferring at least once.
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ICE 275 · IC 1618Trains from Karlsruhe to Lausanne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 but you can travel from only $24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Lausanne trains for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:01 AM Karlsruhe | 4h55 | 11:56 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:01 AM Karlsruhe | 4h19 | 12:20 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 PM Karlsruhe | 7h21 | 5:56 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flagship art museum in the Plateforme 10 district, with major Swiss and international works from past centuries to today.
Olympic museum on the lakeside with torches, medals, athlete stories, and interactive displays. A global highlight for sports fans.
Art Brut pioneer museum founded from Jean Dubuffet's collection, showcasing powerful outsider art in an elegant historic mansion.
Iconic waterfront promenade with flower beds, harbor views, and Belle Époque hotels. Ideal for walking by Lake Geneva.
Lausanne's medieval core of steep lanes, stairs, and historic squares. Best area for atmosphere, architecture, and wandering on foot.
Historic market square below the cathedral, known for its fountain, terraces, and access to Lausanne's old-town lanes.
A bubbling cheese fondue from nearby Vaud, usually made with Gruyère and Vacherin. It is a classic social dish of French-speaking Switzerland.
Melted Raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. Strongly tied to western Switzerland and popular in Lausanne in colder months.
Leeks and potatoes cooked slowly with cream and butter, often served with sausage. It is one of the signature traditional dishes of the canton of Vaud.
Elegant lakeside fine dining led by a renowned chef. Known for refined seasonal cuisine, polished service, and a prestigious setting.
Traditional lakeside restaurant known for Lake Geneva fish, especially perch fillets, with classic regional cooking and water views.
Historic brasserie near the old town, famous for hearty Swiss classics, sausage dishes, and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Lausanne is costly even by European standards; hotels, dining, and local transit are pricier than in most nearby cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Lausanne trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang.
Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz.
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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