The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Neuchâtel
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Neuchâtel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Neuchâtel will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 31 trains that leave Lausanne for Neuchâtel on Fri, Jun 12, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 12 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Fri, Jun 12 the slowest trains will take 47 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.
IC 51 1613 | 16138:04 AM0h47Lausanne station8:51 AMNeuchatel$281One-way0 transfers
IC 51 1613 | 1613 · B 109 | 940468:04 AM0h54Lausanne station8:58 AMNeuchâtel$281One-way1 transfer
IC 51 1615 | 16159:04 AM0h47Lausanne station9:51 AMNeuchatel$291One-way0 transfers
IC 51 1615 | 1615 · B 109 | 940589:04 AM0h54Lausanne station9:58 AMNeuchâtel$291One-way1 transfer
IC 5 515 | 515 · B 109 | 940528:34 AM0h54Lausanne station9:28 AMNeuchâtel$291One-way1 transfer
IC 5 517 | 5179:34 AM0h47Lausanne station10:21 AMNeuchatel$291One-way0 transfers
IC 51 1615 | 16159:04 AM0h47Lausanne station9:51 AMNeuchatel$291One-way0 transfers
IC 5 515 | 5158:34 AM0h47Lausanne station9:21 AMNeuchatel$291One-way0 transfers
IC 51 1617 | 161710:04 AM0h47Lausanne station10:51 AMNeuchatel$411One-way0 transfers
IC 51 1613 | 16138:04 AM0h47Lausanne station8:51 AMNeuchatel$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lausanne to Neuchâtel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Neuchâtel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $33.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lausanne to Neuchâtel:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lausanne to Neuchâtel costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Neuchâtel take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 20m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Lausanne to Neuchâtel train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Neuchâtel trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 51 1613 | 1613 | 8:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 8:51 AM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 51 1613 | 1613 · B 109 | 94046 | 8:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 8:58 AM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 515 | 515 | 8:34 AM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 9:21 AM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 515 | 515 · B 109 | 94052 | 8:34 AM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 9:28 AM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1615 | 1615 · B 109 | 94058 | 9:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 9:58 AM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1615 | 1615 | 9:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 9:51 AM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 517 | 517 · B 109 | 94064 | 9:34 AM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 10:28 AM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 517 | 517 | 9:34 AM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 10:21 AM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 51 1617 | 1617 | 10:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 10:51 AM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 51 1617 | 1617 · B 109 | 94070 | 10:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 10:58 AM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 519 | 519 | 10:34 AM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 11:21 AM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 519 | 519 · B 109 | 94076 | 10:34 AM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 11:28 AM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1619 | 1619 · B 109 | 94082 | 11:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 11:58 AM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1619 | 1619 | 11:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 11:51 AM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 521 | 521 | 11:34 AM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 12:21 PM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 521 | 521 · B 109 | 94088 | 11:34 AM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 12:28 PM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1621 | 1621 · B 109 | 94096 | 12:04 PM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 12:58 PM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1621 | 1621 | 12:04 PM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 12:51 PM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
18125+ 9268 | 12:19 PM Lausanne station | 3h34 | 3:53 PM Neuchatel | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 523 | 523 · B 109 | 94102 | 12:34 PM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 1:28 PM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 523 | 523 | 12:34 PM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 1:21 PM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 51 1623 | 1623 · B 109 | 94108 | 1:04 PM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 1:58 PM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1623 | 1623 | 1:04 PM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 1:51 PM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 525 | 525 · B 109 | 94114 | 1:34 PM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 2:28 PM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 525 | 525 | 1:34 PM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 2:21 PM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 51 1625 | 1625 · B 109 | 94120 | 2:04 PM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 2:58 PM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1625 | 1625 | 2:04 PM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 2:51 PM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 527 | 527 | 2:34 PM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 3:21 PM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 527 | 527 · B 109 | 94126 | 2:34 PM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 3:28 PM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1627 | 1627 · B 109 | 94134 | 3:04 PM Lausanne station | 0h54 | 3:58 PM Neuchâtel | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1627 | 1627 | 3:04 PM Lausanne station | 0h47 | 3:51 PM Neuchatel | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Lausanne to Neuchâtel by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Jun 12
Jun 13
Jun 14
Jun 15
Jun 16
Jun 17
Jun 18
Why should you book Lausanne to Neuchâtel trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 or Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Lausanne to Neuchâtel.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SBB with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lausanne to Neuchâtel.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Neuchâtel
Trains from Lausanne to Neuchâtel run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SBB, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to Neuchâtel trainsSBB, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Neuchâtel from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to Neuchâtel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Neuchâtel 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 Neuchâtel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lausanne to Neuchâtel
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Jura
- Brasserie Le Cardinal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alpes et Lac
- Beau-Rivage Hotel
- Hotel Touring au Lac
- Located in the main hall
- 930 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 215
Most popular train connections from Lausanne
More options for your journey from Lausanne to Neuchâtel
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need



