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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 Vienna to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Lausanne will cost around $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Vienna to Lausanne without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Vienna to Lausanne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 but you can travel from only $53 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 470 miles (757 km) distance in 9h 48m.
Distance 470 miles (757 km) |
Average train duration 11h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 48m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Vienna to Lausanne.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna 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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IC 540+ RJX 160+ IC 906 | 5:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 13h46 | 7:43 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
IC 540+ RJX19960+ IC 824+ IR 2528 | 5:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 12h23 | 6:20 PM Lausanne station | 4 transfers | |
IC 540+ RJX19960+ IC 528+ REX 7 | 5:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 12h29 | 6:26 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
RJX 160+ ICE 102+ IC 528 | 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 10h58 | 6:26 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RJX 160+ IC 906 | 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 12h15 | 7:43 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 160+ ICE 102+ IC 824+ IR 2528 | 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 10h52 | 6:20 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
IC 546+ RJX 162+ ICE 100+ IC 828 | 8:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 11h23 | 8:20 PM Lausanne station | 4 transfers | |
IC 546+ RJX 162+ IC 908 | 8:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 12h46 | 9:43 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
IC 546+ RJX 162+ ICE 100+ IC 532 | 8:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 11h29 | 8:26 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
RJX 162+ ICE 100+ IC 532 | 9:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 10h58 | 8:26 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RJX 162+ ICE 100+ IC 828+ IR 2532 | 9:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 10h52 | 8:20 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
RJX 162+ IC 908 | 9:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 12h15 | 9:43 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
RJX13470+ IC 536+ REX 7 | 10:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 11h58 | 10:26 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
IC 640+ RJX19976+ EC 164+ IR 2225 | 10:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 11h29 | 10:26 PM Lausanne station | 5 transfers | |
IC 640+ RJX19976+ EC 164+ IC 734 | 10:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 11h46 | 10:43 PM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
RJX19976+ EC 164+ IR 2225+ IC 786 | 11:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 10h58 | 10:26 PM Lausanne station | 4 transfers | |
RJX19976+ EC 164+ IC 734 | 11:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 11h15 | 10:43 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
IC 644+ RJX 166+ IC 836+ IR 2540 | 12:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 11h26 | 12:23 AM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
IC 644+ RJX 166+ IC 540 | 12:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 11h29 | 12:26 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RJX 166+ IC 836+ IR 2540 | 1:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 10h55 | 12:23 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RJX 166+ IC 540 | 1:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 10h58 | 12:26 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 648+ RJX 168+ IC 842+ IR 2504 | 2:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 15h23 | 6:20 AM Lausanne station | 3 transfers | |
RJX 168+ IC 842+ IR 2504 | 3:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 14h52 | 6:20 AM Lausanne station | 2 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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Most Vienna to Lausanne trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
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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