- 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
$94
Average price
$204
Fastest journey
6 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 32 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Lausanne will cost around $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Lausanne without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 1612
ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 611 · IC 708
ICE 562 · ICE 1064 · IC 1638
ICE 562 · ICE 1064 · IC 637 · IC 734
ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 2520+
TGV 9576
ECE 192 · IC 826 · IR 2530
ECE 194 · IC 822 · IR 2526
ECE 196 · IC 818 · IR 2522
ECE 190 · IC 830 · IR 2534
ECE 198 · IC 814 · IR 2518Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $117.
Distance: 257 miles (414 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $292 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Lausanne:
A bus is $106 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lausanne costing on average $154 (€124).
A bus is $245 (€198) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Lausanne costing on average $292 (€236).
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 54m.
Bus takes on average 7h 15m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (5h 54m by train vs 6h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $154 (€124) compared to roughly $116 (€94) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 1612 | 12:01 AM Munich Hbf | 9h55 | 9:56 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 611 · IC 708 | 12:01 AM Munich Hbf | 9h42 | 9:43 AM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
ECE 198 · IC 518 | 6:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 1:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 198 · IC 814 · IR 2518 | 6:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h32 | 1:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9576+ ICE 277 · IC 1622 | On time 6:51 AM Munich Hbf | 8h05 | 2:56 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9576+ ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 2520 | On time 6:51 AM Munich Hbf | 7h29 | 2:20 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
ECE 196 · IC 818 · IR 2522 | 8:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h32 | 3:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 196 · IC 522 | 8:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 3:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 2524 | On time 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 7h18 | 4:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 194 · IC 822 · IR 2526 | 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h32 | 5:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 194 · IC 526 | 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 5:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 1630 | On time 11:02 AM Munich Hbf | 7h54 | 6:56 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528 | On time 11:02 AM Munich Hbf | 7h18 | 6:20 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
ECE 192 · IC 826 · IR 2530 | 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h32 | 7:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 192 · IC 530 | 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 7:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 564 · ICE 373 · IC 981 · IR 2532 | On time 1:02 PM Munich Hbf | 7h18 | 8:20 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 564 · ICE 373 · IC 1634 | On time 1:02 PM Munich Hbf | 7h54 | 8:56 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 190 · IC 534 | 2:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 9:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 190 · IC 830 · IR 2534 | 2:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h32 | 9:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 562 · ICE 1064 · IC 1638 | On time 3:02 PM Munich Hbf | 7h54 | 10:56 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 562 · ICE 1064 · IC 637 · IC 734 | On time 3:02 PM Munich Hbf | 7h41 | 10:43 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
ECE 98 · IC 538 | 4:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 11:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 98 · IC 834 · IC 1490 | 4:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h32 | 11:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Munich to Lausanne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (414 km) distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 257 miles (414 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 42 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.
A celebrated museum dedicated to outsider art, founded from Jean Dubuffet’s collection. It is highly regarded for its original works by self-taught creators.
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.
The signature dish of Canton Vaud: slow-cooked leeks and potatoes served with saucisson vaudois. It is one of the most traditional foods to try in Lausanne.
A smoked pork sausage from Vaud, often served with papet vaudois. It is a protected regional specialty and a staple of local cuisine.
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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