How to travel from Aachen to Lausanne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Aachen to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $101 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, while a flight costs an average of $605.

Distance: 295 miles (475 km)

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Driving

$605

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$101

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Cheapest

$163

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$183

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4h 34m

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2h 34m

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13h 38m

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13h 8m

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30m

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7h 50m

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7h 20m

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7h 48m

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1.4 - 2.9kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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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 $101 (€83).

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

A bus is $62 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Lausanne costing on average $163 (€135).

A bus is $504 (€417) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Lausanne costing on average $605 (€500).

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 50m.

Bus takes on average 13h 38m.

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 flight as it is the most popular way to get from Aachen to Lausanne among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 14m sooner (2h 34m by flight vs 7h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $605 (€500) compared to roughly $183 (€151) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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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
    $541One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:50 AM15h25
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    5:15 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $541One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2725
    8:40 PM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    9:55 PMGeneva International Airport
    $711One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IR 2524
    8:51 AM7h29
    Aachen Hbf
    4:20 PMLausanne station
    $851One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5
    8:51 AM8h52
    Aachen Hbf
    5:43 PMLausanne station
    $981One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IC 623
    8:18 AM7h25
    Aachen Hbf
    3:43 PMLausanne station
    $1091One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:05 AM16h00
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    5:05 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:40 PM12h40
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    6:20 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:55 AM17h05
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    3:00 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2723
    7:20 PM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    8:35 PMGeneva International Airport
    $991One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2711
    6:20 AM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    7:35 AMGeneva International Airport
    $991One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2721
    3:00 PM1h20
    Brussels Airport
    4:20 PMGeneva International Airport
    $1151One-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 $101 (€83).

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

A bus is $62 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Lausanne costing on average $163 (€135).

A bus is $504 (€417) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Lausanne costing on average $605 (€500).

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 50m.

Bus takes on average 13h 38m.

The distance from Aachen to Lausanne is approximately 295 miles (475 km).
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Lausanne is:
  • Around 63 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 SNCF | TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn to go to Lausanne by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lausanne by bus.
  • Travel with BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Air France, KLM, Qatar Airways, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, easyJet to go to Lausanne by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Aachen to Lausanne:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, easyJet.
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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