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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Lausanne will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Lausanne without transferring at least 3 times.
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Trains from Prague to Lausanne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 but you can travel from only $45 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 434 miles (699 km) distance in 11h 9m.
Distance 434 miles (699 km) |
Average train duration 12h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 11h 9m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Prague to Lausanne.
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RJ 384 · ICE 373 · IC 1634 | On time 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 14h25 | 8:56 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
EX 360 · 78939 · EC 190 · IC 730 | On time 7:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h08 | 8:43 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
RJ 178 · ICE 375 · IC 10375 · IR 2536 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h49 | 10:20 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
RJ 178 · ICE 375 · IC 1638 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 14h25 | 10:56 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
R 692 · Os 28005 · S1 · ICE 1558 | 8:47 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h33 | 10:20 PM Lausanne station | 6 transfers | |
IC 562 · 5288 · IC 2066 · ICE 203 | 12:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h53 | 1:28 AM Lausanne station | 6 transfers | |
IC 562 · 5288 · IC 2066 · IC 285 | 12:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 17h45 | 6:20 AM Lausanne station | 5 transfers | |
EX 354 · 3576 · ICE 1163 · ICE 560 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 17h21 | 6:56 AM Lausanne station | 6 transfers | |
EX 354 · ECE 94 · IC 704 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 18h08 | 7:43 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
EX 354 · 78963 · EC 94 · IC 704 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 18h08 | 7:43 AM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
R 764 · Os 7550 · 4083 · ECE 94 | 2:05 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 17h38 | 7:43 AM Lausanne station | 5 transfers | |
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Flagship art museum in the Plateforme 10 district, with major Swiss and international works from past centuries to today.
Olympic museum on the lakeside with torches, medals, athlete stories, and interactive displays. A global highlight for sports fans.
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 Prague 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 Prague to Lausanne trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Prague and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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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