- Must visit
Olympic Museum
A museum dedicated to the history of the Olympic Games with interactive exhibits.
Cheapest price
$231
Average price
$348
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Lausanne will cost around $348 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $231.
Of the 6 trains that leave Marseille for Lausanne on Sun, May 17, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 6 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 7 h 36 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. 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 $33, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$243 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $323 Average price | $232 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Marseille to Lausanne:
A bus is $180 (€146) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Lausanne costing on average $243 (€196).
A bus is $260 (€210) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Lausanne costing on average $323 (€261).
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 9m.
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around $243 (€196) compared to roughly $232 (€187) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.28 (€-9.11). The journey takes 7h 9m versus 5h 15m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:16 AM Marseille | 8h23 | 2:39 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:12 AM Marseille | 7h27 | 2:39 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:46 AM Marseille | 4h26 | 4:12 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:03 PM Marseille | 7h36 | 7:39 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:03 PM Marseille | 7h36 | 8:39 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:12 PM Marseille | 6h27 | 7:39 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Marseille to Lausanne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€67) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
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A museum dedicated to the history of the Olympic Games with interactive exhibits.
Showcases outsider art with exhibits from non-professional artists.
Features classical and contemporary art collections.
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A scenic walking trail offering views over Lausanne and Lake Léman.
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A traditional dish made of leeks and potatoes simmered for hours and typically served with sausage.
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Rounding up the bill or 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants, not obligatory.
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