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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Jun 22

Cheapest price

$71

Average price

$100

Fastest journey

2 h 11 m

Average duration

2 h 18 m

Trains per day

Distance

174 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lausanne to Zurich will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.

Fast trains

Of the 17 trains that leave Lausanne for Zurich on Sun, Jun 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .

On Sun, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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 5 1515 | 1515

08:04AM2h26

Lausanne station

10:30AMZurich HB

$711One-way

0 transfers

IC 1 711 | 711

08:17AM2h11

Lausanne station

10:28AMZurich HB

$731One-way

0 transfers

IC 1 711 | 711

08:17AM2h28

Lausanne station

10:45AMZürich Oerlikon

$751One-way

0 transfers

IC 1 711 | 711 · S 5 18538 | 18538

08:17AM2h27

Lausanne station

10:44AMZurich Altstetten

$761One-way

1 transfer

IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 35 2367 | 2367

09:34AM2h26

Lausanne station

12:00PMZurich Altstetten

$1011One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Lausanne to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€74 Average price Cheapest	€92 Average price	€442 Average price
2h 54m Average duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 50m Average duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 51m Average duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Lausanne to Zurich train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 22

Last updated at 8:44 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
IC 5 1515 \| 1515	6:04 AM Lausanne station	2h26	8:30 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 711 \| 711 · S 5 18538 \| 18538	6:17 AM Lausanne station	2h27	8:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 1 711 \| 711	6:17 AM Lausanne station	2h28	8:45 AM Zürich Oerlikon	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 711 \| 711	6:17 AM Lausanne station	2h11	8:28 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 515 \| 515 · RE 48 4918 \| 4918	6:34 AM Lausanne station	2h36	9:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 515 \| 515	6:34 AM Lausanne station	2h22	8:56 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 515 \| 515 · IR 35 2365 \| 2365	6:34 AM Lausanne station	2h26	9:00 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IR 15 2513 \| 2513 · IC 81 813 \| 813 · RE 48 4918 \| 4918	6:40 AM Lausanne station	2h30	9:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IR 15 2513 \| 2513 · IC 81 813 \| 813	6:40 AM Lausanne station	2h18	8:58 AM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IR 15 2513 \| 2513 · IC 81 813 \| 813 · S 5 18540 \| 18540	6:40 AM Lausanne station	2h34	9:14 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 5 1517 \| 1517	7:04 AM Lausanne station	2h26	9:30 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 903 \| 903 · S 5 18542 \| 18542	7:17 AM Lausanne station	2h27	9:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 903 \| 903	7:17 AM Lausanne station	2h11	9:28 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 903 \| 903 · IC 1 713 \| 713	7:17 AM Lausanne station	2h28	9:45 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 517 \| 517 · IR 35 2367 \| 2367	7:34 AM Lausanne station	2h26	10:00 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 5 517 \| 517 · RE 48 4920 \| 4920	7:34 AM Lausanne station	2h36	10:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IR 15 2515 \| 2515 · IC 8 815 \| 815 · RE 48 4920 \| 4920	7:40 AM Lausanne station	2h30	10:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lausanne to Zurich?

The best time to book your train from Lausanne to Zurich is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lausanne to Zurich route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lausanne to Zurich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lausanne to Zurich.

Trains

from $62

Flights

from $162

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lausanne to Zurich

Switzerland

Trains from Lausanne to Zurich run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

107 miles (173 km)

Average train duration

2h 24m

Cheapest ticket price

$32 (€26)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 8m

First train

03:49

Last train

22:44

Price information

Train providers: SBB from Lausanne to Zurich trains

SBB trains will get you to Zurich from Lausanne from $51 (€42). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next train trip to Zurich from Lausanne, SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.

SBB from Lausanne to Zurich train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 9 min
Cheapest Price: $51

FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to Zurich

FAQs: Travel by train from Lausanne to Zurich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lausanne to Zurich.

Cheap train tickets from Lausanne to Zurich can start from as little as $51 (€41) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lausanne to Zurich is $79 (€64); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Lausanne to Zurich train time is 2 h 8 min covering the 107 mile (173 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lausanne to Zurich leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lausanne to Zurich leaves at 11: 57 PM.

Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Lausanne to Zurich with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Lausanne to Zurich train with SBB. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route from Lausanne to Zurich as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 57 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lausanne, which is located around 0.4 miles (643 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zurich HB, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Zurich from Lausanne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 8 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Lausanne to Zurich by train is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Lausanne to Zurich including taking a bus, train or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lausanne to Zurich

Lausanne

Zurich

The major train station for departures in Lausanne is Lausanne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lausanne for your trip from Lausanne to Zurich.

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