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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Lausanne station
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Lausanne station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Lausanne station will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich HB for Lausanne station on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich HB to Lausanne station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Lausanne station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €139.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €316 Average price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich HB to Lausanne station train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Lausanne station trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h11 | 12:43 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:02 PM Zurich HB | 6h18 | 5:20 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| 5:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 7:20 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 9:26 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Zurich HB | 2h26 | 9:56 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h11 | 9:43 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 10:26 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Lausanne station
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Trains from Zurich HB to Lausanne station run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€44) but you can travel from only $40 (€31) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€44) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 04:19 |
Last train 23:02 |
Train companies: SBB, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich HB to Lausanne station trainsSBB, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Lausanne station from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV Lyria
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Lausanne station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Lausanne station 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 station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Lausanne station
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
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
Most popular trains to and from Lausanne station and Zurich HB
Most popular train connections to Lausanne station
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