- Must visit
Musée cantonal des Beaux-Arts Lausanne (MCBA)
Flagship art museum in the Plateforme 10 district, with major Swiss and international works from past centuries to today.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Lausanne will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 4 trains that leave Mannheim for Lausanne on Sat, Jul 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 359 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 7 h 10 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 Mannheim to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $138.
Distance: 223 miles (359 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $280 Average price | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Mannheim to Lausanne:
A bus is $51 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Lausanne costing on average $88 (€88).
A bus is $243 (€243) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim to Lausanne costing on average $280 (€280).
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 34m.
Flight takes on average 5h 47m.
The journey is about 18m faster (4h 30m by train vs 4h 48m by car) and roughly $36 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($88 (€88) vs $124 (€124)). 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 Mannheim to Lausanne trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 2551 · IC 1630 | Delayed 11:54 AM 1:37 PMMannheim Hbf | 5h19 | 6:56 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2551 · IR 1874 · IC 528 | Delayed 11:54 AM 1:37 PMMannheim Hbf | 4h49 | 6:26 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 107 · IR 2530 | Delayed 12:43 PM 2:37 PMMannheim Hbf | 4h43 | 7:20 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
![]() | 6:33 AM Mannheim | 7h10 | 1:43 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:37 AM Mannheim | 4h43 | 12:20 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:37 AM Mannheim | 5h19 | 1:56 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Mannheim to Lausanne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€41) but you can travel from only $22 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€41) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Lausanne 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 Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mannheim to Lausanne trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
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.
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