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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lausanne

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 06

Cheapest price on Oct 06

$61

Average ticket price on Oct 06

$80

Fastest journey on Oct 06

2 h 11 m

Average journey duration on Oct 06

2 h 11 m

Trains on Oct 06

Distance

174 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich 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 to Lausanne will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.

Fast trains

On Tue, Oct 06, we found 65 trains from Zurich to Lausanne, including 20 direct services.

On Tue, Oct 06 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .

On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.

IR 35 2368 | 2368 · IC 5 522 | 522
12:59 PM2h27
Zurich Altstetten
3:26 PMLausanne station
$611One-way
1 transfer
IR 35 2370 | 2370 · IC 5 524 | 524
1:59 PM2h27
Zurich Altstetten
4:26 PMLausanne station
$621One-way
1 transfer
IR 35 2372 | 2372 · IC 5 526 | 526
2:59 PM2h27
Zurich Altstetten
5:26 PMLausanne station
$631One-way
1 transfer
IC 1 722 | 722
2:32 PM2h11
Zurich HB
4:43 PMLausanne station
$641One-way
0 transfers
IC 1 718 | 718
12:32 PM2h11
Zurich HB
2:43 PMLausanne station
$651One-way
0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Lausanne

Switzerland

Trains from Zurich to Lausanne run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 10m.

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

108 miles (174 km)

Average train duration

2h 27m

Cheapest ticket price

$50

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 10m

First train

12:02 AM

Last train

11:54 PM

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Wed

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

35 days

Price information

Live departures

Zurich to Lausanne train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lausanne trains for today, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
S 11 19116 \| 19116 · IC 1 704 \| 704	5:05 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h38	7:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 14 19416 \| 19416 · IC 1 704 \| 704	5:07 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h36	7:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 704 \| 704	5:19 AM Zurich HB	2h24	7:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 9 18919 \| 18919 · IC 5 508 \| 508	5:46 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h40	8:26 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 5 18519 \| 18519 · IC 8 804 \| 804 · IR 15 2508 \| 2508	5:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	8:20 AM Lausanne station	2 transfers
S 9 18919 \| 18919 · IC 8 804 \| 804 · IR 15 2508 \| 2508	5:46 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h34	8:20 AM Lausanne station	2 transfers
IR 35 2354 \| 2354 · IC 5 508 \| 508	5:59 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	8:26 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 8 804 \| 804 · IR 15 2508 \| 2508	6:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	8:20 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 508 \| 508	6:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	8:26 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 706 \| 706	6:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	8:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 9 18921 \| 18921 · IC 1 706 \| 706	6:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	8:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 5 18521 \| 18521 · IC 1 706 \| 706	6:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	8:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 706 \| 706	6:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	8:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18523 \| 18523 · IC 81 806 \| 806 · IR 15 2510 \| 2510	6:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	9:20 AM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4909 \| 4909 · IC 5 510 \| 510	6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	9:26 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
RE 48 4909 \| 4909 · IC 81 806 \| 806 · IR 15 2510 \| 2510	6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	9:20 AM Lausanne station	2 transfers
IR 35 2356 \| 2356 · IC 5 510 \| 510	6:59 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	9:26 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 81 806 \| 806 · IR 15 2510 \| 2510	7:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	9:20 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 510 \| 510	7:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	9:26 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 708 \| 708	7:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	9:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 9 18925 \| 18925 · IC 1 708 \| 708	7:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	9:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 5 18525 \| 18525 · IC 1 708 \| 708	7:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	9:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 708 \| 708	7:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	9:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18527 \| 18527 · IC 8 808 \| 808 · IR 15 2512 \| 2512	7:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	10:20 AM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4911 \| 4911 · IC 5 512 \| 512	7:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	10:26 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
RE 48 4911 \| 4911 · IC 8 808 \| 808 · IR 15 2512 \| 2512	7:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	10:20 AM Lausanne station	2 transfers
IR 35 2358 \| 2358 · IC 5 512 \| 512	7:59 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	10:26 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 8 808 \| 808 · IR 15 2512 \| 2512	8:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	10:20 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 512 \| 512	8:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	10:26 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 710 \| 710	8:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	10:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18529 \| 18529 · IC 1 710 \| 710	8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	10:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 9 18929 \| 18929 · IC 1 710 \| 710	8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	10:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 710 \| 710	8:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	10:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18531 \| 18531 · IC 81 810 \| 810 · IR 15 2514 \| 2514	8:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	11:20 AM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4913 \| 4913 · IC 81 810 \| 810 · IR 15 2514 \| 2514	8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	11:20 AM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4913 \| 4913 · IC 5 514 \| 514	8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	11:26 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IR 35 2360 \| 2360 · IC 5 514 \| 514	8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	11:26 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 81 810 \| 810 · IR 15 2514 \| 2514	9:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	11:20 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 514 \| 514	9:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	11:26 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 712 \| 712	9:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	11:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 9 18933 \| 18933 · IC 1 712 \| 712	9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	11:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 5 18533 \| 18533 · IC 1 712 \| 712	9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	11:43 AM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 712 \| 712	9:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	11:43 AM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18535 \| 18535 · IC 8 812 \| 812 · IR 15 2516 \| 2516	9:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	12:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4915 \| 4915 · IC 8 812 \| 812 · IR 15 2516 \| 2516	9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	12:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4915 \| 4915 · IC 5 516 \| 516	9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	12:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IR 35 2362 \| 2362 · IC 5 516 \| 516	9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	12:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 8 812 \| 812 · IR 15 2516 \| 2516	10:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	12:20 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 516 \| 516	10:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	12:26 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 714 \| 714	10:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	12:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18537 \| 18537 · IC 1 714 \| 714	10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	12:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 9 18937 \| 18937 · IC 1 714 \| 714	10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	12:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 714 \| 714	10:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	12:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18539 \| 18539 · IC 81 814 \| 814 · IR 15 2518 \| 2518	10:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	1:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4917 \| 4917 · IC 5 518 \| 518	10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	1:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
RE 48 4917 \| 4917 · IC 81 814 \| 814 · IR 15 2518 \| 2518	10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	1:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
IR 35 2364 \| 2364 · IC 5 518 \| 518	10:59 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	1:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 81 814 \| 814 · IR 15 2518 \| 2518	11:02 AM Zurich HB	2h18	1:20 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 518 \| 518	11:04 AM Zurich HB	2h22	1:26 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 716 \| 716	11:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	1:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18541 \| 18541 · IC 1 716 \| 716	11:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	1:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 9 18941 \| 18941 · IC 1 716 \| 716	11:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	1:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 716 \| 716	11:32 AM Zurich HB	2h11	1:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18543 \| 18543 · IC 8 816 \| 816 · IR 15 2520 \| 2520	11:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	2:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4919 \| 4919 · IC 8 816 \| 816 · IR 15 2520 \| 2520	11:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	2:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4919 \| 4919 · IC 5 520 \| 520	11:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	2:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IR 35 2366 \| 2366 · IC 5 520 \| 520	11:59 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	2:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 8 816 \| 816 · IR 15 2520 \| 2520	12:02 PM Zurich HB	2h18	2:20 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 520 \| 520	12:04 PM Zurich HB	2h22	2:26 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 718 \| 718	12:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	2:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 9 18945 \| 18945 · IC 1 718 \| 718	12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	2:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 5 18545 \| 18545 · IC 1 718 \| 718	12:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	2:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 718 \| 718	12:32 PM Zurich HB	2h11	2:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18547 \| 18547 · IC 81 818 \| 818 · IR 15 2522 \| 2522	12:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	3:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4921 \| 4921 · IC 5 522 \| 522	12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	3:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
RE 48 4921 \| 4921 · IC 81 818 \| 818 · IR 15 2522 \| 2522	12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	3:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
IR 35 2368 \| 2368 · IC 5 522 \| 522	12:59 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	3:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 81 818 \| 818 · IR 15 2522 \| 2522	1:02 PM Zurich HB	2h18	3:20 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 522 \| 522	1:04 PM Zurich HB	2h22	3:26 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 720 \| 720	1:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	3:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18549 \| 18549 · IC 1 720 \| 720	1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	3:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 9 18949 \| 18949 · IC 1 720 \| 720	1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	3:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 720 \| 720	1:32 PM Zurich HB	2h11	3:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18551 \| 18551 · IC 8 820 \| 820 · IR 15 2524 \| 2524	1:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	4:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4923 \| 4923 · IC 8 820 \| 820 · IR 15 2524 \| 2524	1:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	4:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4923 \| 4923 · IC 5 524 \| 524	1:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	4:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IR 35 2370 \| 2370 · IC 5 524 \| 524	1:59 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	4:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 8 820 \| 820 · IR 15 2524 \| 2524	2:02 PM Zurich HB	2h18	4:20 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 524 \| 524	2:04 PM Zurich HB	2h22	4:26 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 722 \| 722	2:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	4:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18553 \| 18553 · IC 1 722 \| 722	2:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	4:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 9 18953 \| 18953 · IC 1 722 \| 722	2:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	4:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 722 \| 722	2:32 PM Zurich HB	2h11	4:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18555 \| 18555 · IC 81 822 \| 822 · IR 15 2526 \| 2526	2:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	5:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4925 \| 4925 · IC 81 822 \| 822 · IR 15 2526 \| 2526	2:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	5:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4925 \| 4925 · IC 5 526 \| 526	2:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	5:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IR 35 2372 \| 2372 · IC 5 526 \| 526	2:59 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	5:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 81 822 \| 822 · IR 15 2526 \| 2526	3:02 PM Zurich HB	2h18	5:20 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 526 \| 526	3:04 PM Zurich HB	2h22	5:26 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 724 \| 724	3:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	5:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 9 18957 \| 18957 · IC 1 724 \| 724	3:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	5:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 5 18557 \| 18557 · IC 1 724 \| 724	3:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	5:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 724 \| 724	3:32 PM Zurich HB	2h11	5:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
9226 · 9277	3:34 PM Zurich HB	6h05	9:39 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 5 18559 \| 18559 · IC 8 824 \| 824 · IR 15 2528 \| 2528	3:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	6:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4927 \| 4927 · IC 8 824 \| 824 · IR 15 2528 \| 2528	3:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	6:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4927 \| 4927 · IC 5 528 \| 528	3:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	6:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IR 35 2374 \| 2374 · IC 5 528 \| 528	3:59 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	6:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 8 824 \| 824 · IR 15 2528 \| 2528	4:02 PM Zurich HB	2h18	6:20 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 528 \| 528	4:04 PM Zurich HB	2h22	6:26 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 726 \| 726	4:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	6:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18561 \| 18561 · IC 1 726 \| 726	4:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	6:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 9 18961 \| 18961 · IC 1 726 \| 726	4:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	6:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 726 \| 726	4:32 PM Zurich HB	2h11	6:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18563 \| 18563 · IC 81 826 \| 826 · IR 15 2530 \| 2530	4:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	7:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4929 \| 4929 · IC 81 826 \| 826 · IR 15 2530 \| 2530	4:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h32	7:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
RE 48 4929 \| 4929 · IC 5 530 \| 530	4:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h38	7:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IR 35 2376 \| 2376 · IC 5 530 \| 530	4:59 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	7:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 81 826 \| 826 · IR 15 2530 \| 2530	5:02 PM Zurich HB	2h18	7:20 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 5 530 \| 530	5:04 PM Zurich HB	2h22	7:26 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 728 \| 728	5:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h28	7:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18565 \| 18565 · IC 1 728 \| 728	5:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	7:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
S 9 18965 \| 18965 · IC 1 728 \| 728	5:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h27	7:43 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
IC 1 728 \| 728	5:32 PM Zurich HB	2h11	7:43 PM Lausanne station	0 transfersDirect
S 5 18567 \| 18567 · IC 8 828 \| 828 · IR 15 2532 \| 2532	5:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h34	8:20 PM Lausanne station	2 transfers
IR 35 2378 \| 2378 · IC 5 532 \| 532	5:59 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h27	8:26 PM Lausanne station	1 transfer
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Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Zurich to Lausanne trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Zurich and Lausanne from $50. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About

SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SBB Duration

2h 10m

Cheapest SBB Price

$50

SBB frequency

16 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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SNCF | TGV Lyria

About

TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SNCF | TGV Lyria Duration

4h 29m

Cheapest SNCF | TGV Lyria Price

$63

SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary by ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks

Seat reservation

First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Things to do in Lausanne

Discover the best of Lausanne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lausanne trip today.

Must visit

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.

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Must visit

The Olympic Museum

Olympic museum on the lakeside with torches, medals, athlete stories, and interactive displays. A global highlight for sports fans.

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Must visit

Collection de l'Art Brut

Art Brut pioneer museum founded from Jean Dubuffet's collection, showcasing powerful outsider art in an elegant historic mansion.

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Swiss franc (CHF)

Lausanne is costly even by European standards; hotels, dining, and local transit are pricier than in most nearby cities.

Average meal costs

Budget: CHF 15-25 for fast food or simple takeaway.
Mid-range: CHF 30-50 per person for a meal.
Fine dining: CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee: CHF 4.50-6 for cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.

FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Lausanne

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

Train ticket prices from Zurich to Lausanne can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $50, while the average price is around $83.

The train from Zurich to Lausanne takes 2h 10m and runs 24 per day.

The first train from Zurich to Lausanne leaves at 12:02 AM.

The distance by train from Zurich to Lausanne is 108 miles (174 km).

The last train from Zurich to Lausanne leaves at 11:54 PM.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Zurich to Lausanne.

Yes, there is a direct train from Zurich to Lausanne. This service operates 7 times per day, provided by SBB.

Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Zurich to Lausanne.

The train station in Zurich that goes to Lausanne is Zurich HB, which connects to Lausanne station.

Yes, the train journey from Zurich to Lausanne is considered scenic, offering views of the Swiss countryside, picturesque lakes, and the Alps in the distance.

Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Lausanne.

Popular day trips by train from Lausanne include Geneva, Bern, Montreux, Martigny, Sion.

Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.

Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.

In Lausanne, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist spots. Common scams include overly friendly strangers offering unsolicited help or asking for donations. It’s advisable to keep personal belongings secure and be wary of street vendors selling counterfeit goods. Public transportation is generally safe, but always stay alert to avoid petty theft.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Zurich to Lausanne

Most Zurich to Lausanne trains use the Zürich HB to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zurich

Arrival train stations in Lausanne

Which Zurich station do trains to Lausanne leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Lausanne leave from Zürich HB. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Zurich city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.

Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · $4 · every ~3 min

S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · $1 · every ~43 min

Bus31, 33 · 5m · $2 · every ~16 min

N4, N5, N91 · 5m · $2

Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · $2 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including 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, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.

More about Zürich HB

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S2, S24, Ir36, S14, Re48, S19, S, Ir13, Ic1, S21, S15, S9, Sn8, Ir, N1 · 4m · $2 · every ~31 min

9, S · 12m · $5 · every ~3 min

BusE · 13m · $4

N10 · 14m · $4

Tram10, 11, 17, 50, 51, 8 · 12m · $4 · every ~19 min

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.

More about Zürich Oerlikon

Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre

Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S11, S12, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 12m · $4 · every ~14 min

Bus31 · 14m · $4 · every ~16 min

N17, N1 · 18m · $4

31 · 22m · $4 · every ~16 min

Tram51 · 14m · $4 · every ~16 min

Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services

Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.

More about Zürich Altstetten

Zürich StadelhofenStadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Stadelhofen from Zurich city centre

TramLine 11, Line 15

BusSeveral lines available

S-BahnLines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16

Zürich Stadelhofen train station facilities and services

Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.

Zürich Selnau8001 Zürich, Switzerland Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Selnau from Zurich city centre

Zürich Selnau is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus31, 33 · 16m · $2 · every ~17 min

Tram2, 4 · 13m · $2 · every ~16 min

2, 4, 15, 11 · 15m · $2 · every ~17 min

Zürich Selnau train station facilities and services

Zürich Selnau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Zürich Selnau.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Zürich Selnau.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Selnau: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Selnau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Selnau.

Zürich Giesshübel8045 Zürich, Switzerland Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Giesshübel from Zurich city centre

Zürich Giesshübel is 2 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN5 · 10m · $4

Tram2, 4, 15, 11 · 18m · $7 · every ~17 min

5 · 19m · $2 · every ~12 min

Zürich Giesshübel train station facilities and services

Zürich Giesshübel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Zürich Giesshübel.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Zürich Giesshübel.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Giesshübel: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Giesshübel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Giesshübel.

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Musée cantonal des Beaux-Arts Lausanne (MCBA)

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Château Saint-Maire

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Popular train stations from Zurich to Lausanne

Which Zurich station do trains to Lausanne leave from?

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

Food and drink

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Tickets and information

Luggage and lost property

Parking, taxis and toilets

Bike and car services

Accessibility

Shops, hotels and contact

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

Food and drink

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Tickets and information

Luggage and lost property

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Bike and car services

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