- Must visit
Olympic Museum
The flagship museum of the Olympic movement on the lakeside at Ouchy, with interactive sports, history, and design exhibits. One of Lausanne’s most famous cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$169
Average price
$186
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Lausanne will cost around $186 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $169.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Lausanne without transferring at least once.
S 50 25596 | 25596 · IC 2 886 | 886 · IR 26 2332 | 2332 · IR 15 2534 | 2534
S 50 25578 | 25578 · IC 21 688 | 688 · IR 15 2536 | 2536
B 523 580 | 580 · S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IR 26 2308 | 2308
S 50 25596 | 25596 · IC 2 886 | 886 · IC 1 10908 | 10908
B 523 580 | 580 · S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IC 1 10708 | 10708
S 50 25596 | 25596 · IC 2 886 | 886 · IR 26 2332 | 2332 · IR 15 2534 | 2534
S 50 25578 | 25578 · IC 21 688 | 688 · IR 15 2536 | 2536
S 50 25596 | 25596 · IC 2 886 | 886 · IC 1 10908 | 10908
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B 523 580 | 580 · S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IR 26 2308 | 2308Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $93.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$120 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $282 Average price |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg 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 Milan to Lausanne:
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Lausanne costing on average $120 (€97).
A bus is $234 (€189) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Lausanne costing on average $282 (€228).
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 17m.
Bus takes on average 5h 27m.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Lausanne trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 144 | 5:10 PM Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 8:48 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 46 | 7:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h04 | 11:14 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
B 523 580 | 580 · S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IR 26 2308 | 2308 | 12:38 AM Milan | 8h42 | 9:20 AM Lausanne station | 4 transfers | |
B 523 580 | 580 · S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IC 1 10708 | 10708 | 12:38 AM Milan | 9h05 | 9:43 AM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
14+ 522 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 6h16 | 3:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 50 25596 | 25596 · IC 2 886 | 886 · IC 1 10908 | 10908 | 4:23 PM Stabio station | 5h20 | 9:43 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
S 50 25596 | 25596 · IC 2 886 | 886 · IR 26 2332 | 2332 · IR 15 2534 | 2534 | 4:23 PM Stabio station | 4h57 | 9:20 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Milan to Lausanne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€56) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€56) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
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The flagship museum of the Olympic movement on the lakeside at Ouchy, with interactive sports, history, and design exhibits. One of Lausanne’s most famous cultural attractions.
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Lausanne’s major arts district near the station, bringing together leading museums in a stylish former rail zone. A key contemporary culture stop in the city.
Lausanne’s lakeside district, known for promenades, parks, and views across Lake Geneva to the Alps. It is one of the city’s essential walking areas.
The old town around the cathedral, with steep lanes, historic buildings, and classic Lausanne atmosphere. Ideal for wandering and photography.
A regenerated central district of contemporary architecture, terraces, shopping, and nightlife spaces. It is especially popular with younger visitors and on social media.
A Vaud-style cheese fondue, typically made with local cheeses and white wine. It is a classic communal dish strongly associated with the canton around Lausanne.
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A world-renowned fine dining restaurant just outside central Lausanne, celebrated for haute cuisine and exceptional service.
A long-established rustic restaurant above Lausanne, known for fondue, rösti, and other Swiss classics with panoramic views over the city and lake.
A well-known neighborhood brasserie near the station with a lively local atmosphere, seasonal dishes, and dependable Swiss-French cooking.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for hotels and dining. Supermarkets and lunch deals can reduce daily costs.
Service is included in restaurant prices. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or adding 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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