- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of the world’s leading archaeological museums, famed for treasures from Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Farnese Collection.
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$248
Fastest journey
8 h 58 m
Average duration
12 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
879 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Naples will cost around $248 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lausanne for Naples on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 879 km distance in an average of 12 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 58 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 15 h 24 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a train costs an average of $158.
Distance: 546 miles (879 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$241 Average price | $222 Average price | $112 Average price Cheapest | $453 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 45m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lausanne to Naples:
A bus is $110 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Naples costing on average $222 (€179).
A bus is $128 (€103) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Naples costing on average $241 (€194).
Other travel options to Naples take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 52m.
Bus takes on average 14h 15m.
The journey is about 48m faster (10h 52m by train vs 11h 40m by car) and roughly $212 (€171) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($241 (€194) vs $453 (€365)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Naples trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:10 AM Lausanne | 16h49 | 9:59 PM Naples | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Lausanne | 9h08 | 3:18 PM Naples | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Lausanne | 8h53 | 9:03 PM Naples | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Lausanne | 8h58 | 10:08 PM Naples | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lausanne to Naples run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $158 (€127) but you can travel from only $67 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 546 miles (879 km) distance in 8h 53m.
Distance 546 miles (879 km) |
Average train duration 10h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $158 (€127) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 53m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
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One of the world’s leading archaeological museums, famed for treasures from Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Farnese Collection.
Major fine arts museum in a Bourbon palace, with works by Caravaggio, Titian, and Neapolitan masters, plus a vast park.
Small but world-famous museum chapel housing the Veiled Christ, one of Naples’ most celebrated sculptures.
The historic street slicing through the old center, ideal for walking past churches, palaces, shops, and dense local street life.
One of Naples’ busiest and most famous streets, popular for architecture, shopping, and easy access to key sights.
Dense, atmospheric neighborhood of lanes, stairways, murals, and everyday city life that has become especially popular with visitors.
Naples’ iconic wood-fired pizza with a soft, elastic crust and simple toppings such as Margherita or Marinara; it is the city’s most famous culinary tradition.
A classic Neapolitan pizza topped with tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. It is one of the oldest local pizzas and is naturally free of dairy.
Spaghetti with clams, olive oil, garlic, and parsley, reflecting Naples’ strong connection to the sea and simple southern flavors.
One of Naples’ best-known pizza institutions in the historic center, celebrated for generous toppings, quality ingredients, and constant local energy.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant on the seafront, offering refined contemporary interpretations of Campanian and Neapolitan cuisine.
Historic, no-frills pizzeria famous worldwide for classic Neapolitan pizza, especially Margherita and Marinara, with a lively traditional atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than Milan or Rome. Pizza and casual dining are good value, while hotels in central areas can cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a small coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up for taxis.
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