How to travel from Bologna to Lausanne

There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Lausanne is a train with an average price of $57 (€48).

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

A train is $28 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Lausanne costing on average $84 (€71).

A train is $388 (€327) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Lausanne costing on average $444 (€375).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 22m.

The distance from Bologna to Lausanne is approximately 267 miles (430 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Lausanne is:

• Around 30 flights per day.
• Around 24 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna 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 Bologna to Lausanne:

• Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Lausanne station.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Trenitalia, DSB to go to Lausanne by train.
• Travel with Brussels Airlines, Vueling, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Amelia, ITA, British Airways to go to Lausanne by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lausanne by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Lausanne:

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna 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.