Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$76

Average price

$107

Fastest journey

2 h 31 m

Average duration

2 h 36 m

Trains per day

Distance

179 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich Airport (ZRH) for Lausanne on Mon, Jun 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.

07:48AM2h46

Zurich Airport (ZRH)

10:34AMLausanne

$761One-way

0 transfers

07:08AM2h32

Zurich Airport (ZRH)

09:40AMLausanne

$1141One-way

0 transfers

07:45AM2h31

Zurich Airport (ZRH)

10:16AMLausanne

$1151One-way

0 transfers

08:08PM2h38

Zurich Airport (ZRH)

10:46PMLausanne

$1151One-way

0 transfers

09:45AM2h31

Zurich Airport (ZRH)

12:16PMLausanne

$1151One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m.

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Most popular Train	Flight
€70 Average price Cheapest	€471 Average price
3h 11m Average duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 51m Average duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne

Switzerland

Trains from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

111 miles (179 km)

Average train duration

2h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$35 (€28)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 25m

First train

06:48

Last train

22:45

Price information

Train providers: SBB from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne trains

For as little as $55 (€45) you can travel by train to Lausanne from Zurich Airport (ZRH) with SBB. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains to Lausanne from Zurich Airport (ZRH). It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

SBB from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $55

FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne can start from as little as $56 (€45) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne is $83 (€67); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Lausanne from Zurich Airport (ZRH) is on average 2 h 26 min for the 111 mile (179 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Lausanne by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne leaves at 6: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne leaves at 7: 45 PM.

There are 14 trains a day from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne which require at least one change with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne, you can count on SBB for the best way to get you to Lausanne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Lausanne from Zurich Airport (ZRH) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 45 PM.

A trip to Lausanne from Zurich Airport (ZRH) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 26 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne including taking a train or flight.