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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.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€123
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€158
Fastest journey on Aug 29
7 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
9 h 48 m
Trains on Aug 29
6
Distance
694 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Termini to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Termini to Lausanne will cost around €158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €123.
It's difficult to get from Rome Termini to Lausanne without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 764+
Regionale TRENORD 2616+
EuroCity 40
Regionale 4124+
Intercity 670+
EuroCity 144
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+
EuroCity 146
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+
EuroCity 42
Intercity 588+
EuroCity 146
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+
EuroCity 146
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+
EuroCity 42
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 144
Intercity 588+
EuroCity 146
InterCityNotte 764+
Regionale TRENORD 2616+
EuroCity 40Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Termini to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €75, while a flight costs an average of €536.
Distance: 431 miles (694 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€75 Average price Cheapest | €536 Average price | €95 Average price | €310 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration 15h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome Termini to Lausanne:
A train is €20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome Termini to Lausanne costing on average €95.
A train is €462 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Termini to Lausanne costing on average €536.
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 45m.
Bus takes on average 15h 10m.
The journey is about 1h 38m faster (7h 45m by train vs 9h 23m by car) and roughly €236 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€75 vs €310). 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 Rome Termini to Lausanne trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 PM Rome Termini | 12h48 | 9:48 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Rome Termini | 12h48 | 10:48 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
Regionale 4124+ EuroCity 144+ Intercity 670 | 6:12 AM Rome Termini | 14h36 | 8:48 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ EuroCity 42 | 8:55 AM Rome Termini | 7h53 | 4:48 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 146+ Intercity 588 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 12h32 | 10:52 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rome Termini to Lausanne run on average 21 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €38 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 20:35, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 431 miles (694 km) distance in 6h 37m.
Distance 431 miles (694 km) |
Average train duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 8:35 PM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
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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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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 Rome Termini 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 Rome Termini to Lausanne trains use the Roma Termini to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome Termini and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
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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