How to travel from Amsterdam to Lausanne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč1906 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč1906, while a flight costs an average of Kč4369.

Distance: 411 miles (663 km)

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Driving

Kč3635

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Kč4369

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Kč1906

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Cheapest

Kč5034

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 49m

Average total duration

8h 19m

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30m

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4h 3m

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2h 3m

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16h 30m

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16h 0m

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9h 57m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

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2.0 - 4.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.7kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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KLM

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

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of Kč1906.

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

A bus is Kč1729 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Lausanne costing on average Kč3635.

A bus is Kč2463 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Lausanne costing on average Kč4369.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 3m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 49m.

Bus takes on average 16h 30m.

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

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from Amsterdam to Lausanne

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1696 · 57201
    8:00 AM16h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    12:45 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    15931One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1696 · 57201
    8:00 AM16h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    12:45 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    15931One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1929
    6:55 AM1h25
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    8:20 AMGeneva International Airport
    78281One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9422+SNCF | TGV Lyria9277
    8:10 AM13h29
    Amsterdam Centraal
    9:39 PMLausanne station
    85611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9322+SNCF | TGV Lyria9277
    8:10 AM13h29
    Amsterdam Centraal
    9:39 PMLausanne station
    85611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9422+SNCF | TGV Lyria9752+SNCF | TGV INOUI6685
    8:10 AM10h05
    Amsterdam Centraal
    6:15 PMLausanne station
    90501One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 PM19h30
    Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H)
    5:05 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    23131One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:50 PM17h15
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    5:05 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    23901One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:25 PM21h20
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    4:45 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    24031One-way
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU21518
    4:20 PM1h30
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:50 PMGeneva International Airport
    48141One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU21518+SBBIC 1 735 | 735
    4:20 PM3h53
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    8:13 PMLausanne station
    53691One-way
    1 transfer
  • Helvetic AirwaysLX725+SwissLX2810
    9:50 AM9h05
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    6:55 PMGeneva International Airport
    61491One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Lausanne.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of Kč1906.

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

A bus is Kč1729 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Lausanne costing on average Kč3635.

A bus is Kč2317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Lausanne costing on average Kč4223.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 3m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 49m.

Bus takes on average 16h 30m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Lausanne is approximately 411 miles (663 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Lausanne is:
  • Around 57 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Lausanne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Lausanne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Vueling, Air France to go to Lausanne by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCF | TGV Lyria to go to Lausanne by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lausanne by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Amsterdam to Lausanne:
  • 8 direct flights per day with easyJet, KLM, KLM Cityhopper.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam 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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