How to travel from Düsseldorf to Lausanne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €82, while a flight costs an average of €534.

Distance: 324 miles (523 km)

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Driving

€534

Average price

€106

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€82

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Cheapest

€163

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4h 38m

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Fastest

2h 38m

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2h 0m

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7h 29m

Average total duration

6h 59m

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30m

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13h 38m

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13h 8m

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7h 41m

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1.6 - 3.1kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of €82.

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

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Lausanne costing on average €106.

A bus is €453 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Lausanne costing on average €534.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 29m.

Bus takes on average 13h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Lausanne among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 42m faster (6h 59m by train vs 7h 41m by car) and roughly €57 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€106 vs €163). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Düsseldorf to Lausanne

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM17h45
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    4:45 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    701One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM17h45
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    4:45 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    701One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH73+SwissLH5744
    10:35 AM3h00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:35 PMGeneva International Airport
    5561One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 915 · IC 187 · IC 904
    9:04 AM8h39
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    5:43 PMLausanne station
    1401One-way
    2 transfers
  • Eurostar9438+SNCF | TGV Lyria9277
    10:03 AM11h36
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    9:39 PMLausanne station
    3041One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9450+SNCF | TGV Lyria9277
    12:03 PM9h36
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    9:39 PMLausanne station
    3341One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    4:38 PM13h57
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    6:35 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    751One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM17h05
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    6:20 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    761One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:45 AM13h30
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    5:15 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    801One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1607 · AF1342
    11:35 AM5h50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    5:25 PMGeneva International Airport
    2171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1607 · AF1142
    11:35 AM4h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    4:10 PMGeneva International Airport
    2291One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1507 · AF1242
    2:35 PM7h20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:55 PMGeneva International Airport
    2291One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Lausanne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of €82.

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

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Lausanne costing on average €106.

A bus is €453 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Lausanne costing on average €534.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 29m.

Bus takes on average 13h 38m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Lausanne is approximately 324 miles (523 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Lausanne is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Lausanne:
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Lausanne station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lausanne by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn to go to Lausanne by train.
  • Travel with BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Eurowings, Air France, KLM, Qatar Airways, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Lausanne by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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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