The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Sion
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Sion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Sion will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 10 trains that leave Lausanne for Sion on Fri, Nov 07, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
IR 95 1717 | 1717
IR 95 1713 | 1713
IR 95 1715 | 1715
IR 90 1813 | 1813
IR 95 1719 | 1719
EC 143 | 143
IR 95 1717 | 1717
IR 95 1713 | 1713
IR 95 1715 | 1715
IR 95 1719 | 1719Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lausanne to Sion
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Sion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train 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 bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€24 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Sion train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Sion trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:48 AM Lausanne | 1h08 | 12:56 PM Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:39 PM Lausanne | 1h34 | 5:13 PM Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
EC 143 | 143 | 7:10 AM Lausanne station | 0h57 | 8:07 AM Gare de Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 95 1711 | 1711 | 7:14 AM Lausanne station | 1h05 | 8:19 AM Gare de Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1811 | 1811 | 7:48 AM Lausanne station | 1h08 | 8:56 AM Gare de Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 95 1713 | 1713 | 8:14 AM Lausanne station | 1h05 | 9:19 AM Gare de Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 | 8:48 AM Lausanne station | 1h08 | 9:56 AM Gare de Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Sion
Trains from Lausanne to Sion run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Sion trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Sion from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to Sion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Sion 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 Sion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lausanne to Sion
- 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 from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Place de la Gare.
- Inglewood Sion
- Brasserie de la Gare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Moxy Sion
- Hotel Elite
- Hotel Castel
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Simplon line
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