- 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
$56
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
11
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 $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Lausanne without transferring at least once.
ECE 190 · IC 730
ICE 266 · ICE 377 · IC 989 · IR 2540
ECE 98 · IC 734
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 2524
ECE 196 · IC 718
ECE 194 · IC 722
ECE 192 · IC 726
ECE 190 · IC 730
ECE 98 · IC 734Omio 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 $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. 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 $27, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 257 miles (414 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $255 Average price | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m 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 $68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lausanne costing on average $115.
A bus is $208 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Lausanne costing on average $255.
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Bus takes on average 7h 15m.
The journey is about 9m faster (5h 56m by train vs 6h 5m by car) and roughly $4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($115 vs $119). 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 Munich to Lausanne trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 196 · IC 718 | On time 8:48 AM Munich Hbf | 5h55 | 2:43 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 722 | On time 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 5h55 | 4:43 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
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 726 | On time 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 5h55 | 6:43 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 | |
ECE 190 · IC 730 | On time 2:48 PM Munich Hbf | 5h55 | 8:43 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 98 · IC 734 | On time 4:48 PM Munich Hbf | 5h55 | 10:43 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 266 · ICE 377 · IC 989 · IR 2540 | On time 4:58 PM Munich Hbf | 7h25 | 12:23 AM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
ECE 96 · IC 838 · IR 2542 | On time 6:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h40 | 1:28 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 560 · ICE 379 · IR 2347 · IC 842 | On time 7:00 PM Munich Hbf | 11h20 | 6:20 AM Lausanne station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 560 · ICE 379 · S 3 · IC 1604 | On time 7:00 PM Munich Hbf | 11h56 | 6:56 AM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
ECE 94 · IC 704 | On time 8:48 PM Munich Hbf | 10h55 | 7:43 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Munich to Lausanne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 but you can travel from only $27 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 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Flagship art museum in the Plateforme 10 district, with major Swiss and international works from past centuries to today.
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Art Brut pioneer museum founded from Jean Dubuffet's collection, showcasing powerful outsider art in an elegant historic mansion.
Iconic waterfront promenade with flower beds, harbor views, and Belle Époque hotels. Ideal for walking by Lake Geneva.
Lausanne's medieval core of steep lanes, stairs, and historic squares. Best area for atmosphere, architecture, and wandering on foot.
Historic market square below the cathedral, known for its fountain, terraces, and access to Lausanne's old-town lanes.
A bubbling cheese fondue from nearby Vaud, usually made with Gruyère and Vacherin. It is a classic social dish of French-speaking Switzerland.
Melted Raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. Strongly tied to western Switzerland and popular in Lausanne in colder months.
Leeks and potatoes cooked slowly with cream and butter, often served with sausage. It is one of the signature traditional dishes of the canton of Vaud.
Elegant lakeside fine dining led by a renowned chef. Known for refined seasonal cuisine, polished service, and a prestigious setting.
Traditional lakeside restaurant known for Lake Geneva fish, especially perch fillets, with classic regional cooking and water views.
Historic brasserie near the old town, famous for hearty Swiss classics, sausage dishes, and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Lausanne is costly even by European standards; hotels, dining, and local transit are pricier than in most nearby cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Lausanne trains use the München Hbf to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Marienplatz 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: Ratskeller, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge, Burger King
Wi-Fi is available at München Marienplatz. ATMs are available at München Marienplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München Marienplatz. Information desks are available at München Marienplatz.
Luggage storage is available at München Marienplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Marienplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Marienplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Marienplatz.
Nearby hotels include Unsöld's Factory Hotel, Hotel Domus, Hotel Mercure München Altstadt, Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude.
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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