Milan to Lausanne train with Trenitalia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Lausanne

Showing times and prices for Apr 22

Cheapest price

$89

Average price

$125

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

3 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

230 km

Cheap tickets

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 $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Milan for Lausanne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Apr 22 the direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.

EuroCity 46

07:10PM4h06

Milan Centrale

11:16PMLausanne station

$891One-way

0 transfers

EuroCity 40

08:10AM3h40

Milan Centrale

11:50AMLausanne station

$1081One-way

0 transfers

EuroCity 44

05:10PM3h40

Milan Centrale

08:50PMLausanne station

$1781One-way

0 transfers

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Milan to Lausanne train times

Showing trains for today, Monday, April 21

Last updated at 1:23 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
EuroCity 40	6:10 AM Milan Centrale	3h40	9:50 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Milan to Lausanne?

The best time to book your train from Milan to Lausanne is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Milan to Lausanne route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Milan to Lausanne 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 Milan to Lausanne.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milan to Lausanne

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Switzerland

Trains from Milan to Lausanne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€17)

Distance

142 miles (230 km)

Average train duration

3h 50m

Cheapest ticket price

$79 (€65)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 35m

First train

07:05

Last train

18:20

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€17)

Train providers: Trenitalia from Milan to Lausanne trains

Buy your official Trenitalia train tickets between Milan and Lausanne from $38 (€31) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

Trenitalia train tickets from Milan to Lausanne are available on Omio for as little as $38 (€31). Trenitalia is Italy’s national train company with a huge fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and speed at which they travel. The company's flagship trains are the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca. Trenitalia also operates trains such as the Eurocity (EC), Euronotte (EN), InterCity (IC), InterCitynotte (ICN), as well as the Regionale Veloce (RV), Regionale (R), Suburbano (S) and Metropolitano (M). Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance train routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access.

Trenitalia offers three different ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria tickets. Trenitalia also has discount and loyalty cards for qualified travelers, which you can use on Omio. When traveling on a Trenitalia train to Lausanne from Milan, you can expect to travel 142 miles (229 km). Check Trenitalia’s train schedules and tickets for the Milan to Lausanne journey and book your cheap ticket on Omio today!

Milan to Lausanne train information with Trenitalia:

Average Duration: 3 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: $38

Train tickets from Milan to Lausanne: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	75 €
2 weeks earlier	60 €	25%
3 weeks earlier	58 €	29.%
1 month before	54 €	39%
2 months earlier	59 €	27%
3 months earlier	50 €	50%

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The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

Buying your train ticket from Milan - Lausanne 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 29% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket Milan - Lausanne with 2 months in advance you save up to about 27% compared to the initial price.
By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 50%.
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FAQs: Trains from Milan to Lausanne

FAQs: Travel by train from Milan to Lausanne 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 Milan to Lausanne.

Cheap train tickets from Milan to Lausanne can start from as little as $41 (€34) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Milan to Lausanne is $61 (€50); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Milan to Lausanne is 3 h 22 min to travel the 142 mile (229 km) long trip, with around there are 3 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Milan to Lausanne leaves at 12: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Milan to Lausanne leaves at 7: 20 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Milan to Lausanne without having to change trains with Trenitalia. There are 3 direct trains from Milan to Lausanne each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Milan to Lausanne train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Trenitalia. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Lausanne from Milan to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 20 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Milan Centrale, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lausanne, located 0.4 miles (643 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Lausanne from Milan is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 22 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Milan to Lausanne is January.

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

Popular train stations from Milan to Lausanne

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

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