The cheapest and fastest trains from Reims to Lausanne
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$255
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reims to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reims to Lausanne will cost around $255 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 4 trains that leave Reims for Lausanne on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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.
7:45 AM6h54Reims2:39 PMLausanne$1281One-way0 transfers
1:16 PM5h56Reims7:12 PMLausanne$2381One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM5h24Reims8:39 PMLausanne$2741One-way0 transfers
1:42 PM6h58Reims8:40 PMLausanne$3811One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM5h24Reims8:39 PMLausanne$2741One-way0 transfers
1:16 PM5h56Reims7:12 PMLausanne$2381One-way0 transfers
7:45 AM6h54Reims2:39 PMLausanne$1281One-way0 transfers
1:42 PM6h58Reims8:40 PMLausanne$3811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Reims to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reims to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$204 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 7m Average total duration 13h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reims to Lausanne:
A bus is $135 (€108) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reims to Lausanne costing on average $204 (€163).
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 37m.
The journey is about 41m faster (4h 35m by train vs 5h 16m by car) and roughly $3 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($204 (€163) vs $207 (€166)). 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.
Live departures
Reims to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Reims to Lausanne trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:45 AM Reims | 6h54 | 2:39 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Reims | 6h16 | 5:12 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Reims | 5h57 | 7:12 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reims to Lausanne
Trains from Reims to Lausanne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€59) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 16:19. The fastest train covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€59) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 6:19 AM |
Last train 4:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria from Reims to Lausanne trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Reims and Lausanne from $43 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
FAQs: Trains from Reims to Lausanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reims 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reims to Lausanne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Cour de la Gare.
- Le Foch
- Brasserie Excelsior
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Cecyl Reims Centre
- Best Western Premier Hotel de la Paix
- Hotel Azur
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Parking is available near the station, but details on hours and pricing are not specified.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 150 places, covered
- The station is small and primarily serves regional routes with basic facilities.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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