How to travel from Aachen to Lausanne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Aachen to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $106.

Distance: 295 miles (475 km)

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Driving

$141

Average price

$77

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Cheapest

$123

Average price

$187

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 42m

Average total duration

7h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

11h 54m

Average total duration

11h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 15m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

7h 48m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.9kg

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FlixBus

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of $77.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Lausanne:

A bus is $46 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Lausanne costing on average $123.

A bus is $65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Lausanne costing on average $141.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 12m.

Bus takes on average 11h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Aachen and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aachen to Lausanne among Omio's users.

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from Aachen to Lausanne

How to get from Aachen to Lausanne by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Aachen to Lausanne is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:50 AM15h25
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    5:15 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $941One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:50 AM15h25
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    5:15 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $941One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2725
    8:40 PM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    9:55 PMGeneva International Airport
    $1461One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn26817 · ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IC 977
    10:51 AM7h29
    Aachen Hbf
    6:20 PMLausanne station
    $1611One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26815 · ICE 105 · ECE 5 · IC 627
    9:51 AM7h58
    Aachen Hbf
    5:49 PMLausanne station
    $1611One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26815 · ICE 105 · ECE 5 · IC 1628
    9:51 AM8h05
    Aachen Hbf
    5:56 PMLausanne station
    $1611One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:40 PM12h40
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    6:20 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $971One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU21528
    9:00 AM1h20
    Brussels Airport
    10:20 AMGeneva International Airport
    $1241One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2711
    6:20 AM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    7:35 AMGeneva International Airport
    $1461One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2723
    7:20 PM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    8:35 PMGeneva International Airport
    $1731One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Aachen to Lausanne

Travel 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 Aachen to Lausanne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Aachen and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of $77.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Lausanne:

A bus is $46 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Lausanne costing on average $123.

A bus is $65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Lausanne costing on average $141.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 12m.

Bus takes on average 11h 24m.

The distance from Aachen to Lausanne is approximately 295 miles (475 km).
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Lausanne is:
  • Around 55 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Lausanne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aachen to Lausanne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Lausanne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aachen to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines to go to Lausanne by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lausanne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lausanne by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Aachen to Lausanne:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Aachen to Lausanne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Geneva, Lyon, Zurich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lausanne and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lausanne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lausanne, you can explore the vibrant Flon District with its trendy shops and nightlife, take a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for picturesque views, visit the diverse Lausanne Botanical Garden, or enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Lavaux vineyards. Attend a performance at the Lausanne Opera for culture and entertainment. Must-see sights include the Gothic Lausanne Cathedral, the engaging Olympic Museum, the unique Collection de l'Art Brut, the scenic Ouchy Promenade, and the Hermitage Foundation art museum.
Three days in Lausanne is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Olympic Museum, the historic Old Town, and the beautiful lakeside promenade.

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