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

5

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.

SBB
07:48AM2h46
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
10:34AMLausanne
$761One-way
0 transfers
SBB
07:08AM2h32
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
09:40AMLausanne
$1141One-way
0 transfers
SBB
07:45AM2h31
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
10:16AMLausanne
$1151One-way
0 transfers
SBB
08:08PM2h38
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
10:46PMLausanne
$1151One-way
0 transfers
SBB
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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€70

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Cheapest

€471

Average price

3h 11m

Average duration

2h 41m

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3h 51m

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51m

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3h 0m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lausanne

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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
12
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 25m
First train
06:48
Last train
22:45
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

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

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  • 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
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  • The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
Dining
Dining
  • Cafe du Grutli
  • Le Chalet Suisse
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Beau-Rivage Palace
  • Lausanne Palace
  • Hotel Continental
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  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 440 places, covered
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Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
  • Hall 2: Metro connections
Public transit options for Lausanne
  • Metro: Line M2
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Tram: Line T1
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