- Must visit
Museo della Città
Rimini’s main city museum displays Roman finds, medieval art, and local history across several sections in an important historic complex.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$157
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$157
Fastest journey on Sep 20
8 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
539 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Rimini is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Rimini will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Lausanne to Rimini, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 539 km distance in an average of 8 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 51 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 8 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Rimini among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $139 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $139, while a train costs an average of $175.
Distance: 334 miles (539 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$175 Average price | $139 Average price Cheapest | $308 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 34m Average total duration Fastest 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Rimini:
A bus is $37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Rimini costing on average $175.
Other travel options to Rimini take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 26m.
The journey is about 7m faster (7h 4m by train vs 7h 11m by car) and roughly $132 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($175 vs $308). 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 Rimini trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:10 AM Lausanne | 8h51 | 3:01 PM Rimini | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Lausanne | 8h51 | 4:01 PM Rimini | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Lausanne | 9h08 | 9:18 PM Rimini | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lausanne to Rimini run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 but you can travel from only $65 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (539 km) distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 334 miles (539 km) |
Average train duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 46m |
First train 3:51 AM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
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Federico Fellini International Airport -> Rimini Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Rimini 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 Rimini, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lausanne to Rimini trains use the Lausanne to Rimini station pair. Use this guide to compare Lausanne and Rimini train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Rimini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Falco, Ristorante La Mi Mama
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rimini. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rimini. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rimini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rimini: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rimini: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Rimini, Hotel Sole Mio, Ambienthotels Villa Adriatica.
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