The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Lausanne
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport 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 to Lausanne will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Lausanne on Fri, Mar 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 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 35 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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 and flight for Zurich Airport to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
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3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Lausanne trains for today, Thursday, March 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:39 PM Zurich Airport | 6h41 | 5:20 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 6 | |||||
![]() | 7:08 AM Zurich Airport | 2h35 | 9:43 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Zurich Airport | 2h35 | 10:20 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 AM Zurich Airport | 2h37 | 10:26 AM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Lausanne
Trains from Zurich Airport to Lausanne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 07:08 |
Last train 22:46 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Lausanne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Lausanne from $59 (€48). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Lausanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport to Lausanne
- 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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