How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne

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Travel Information between Frankfurt am Main and Lausanne

distanceDistance265 miles (427 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$29 - $133
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $29 (€25) • 7 h 45 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $133 (€116) • 1 h 5 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, SWISS or Deutsche Bahn

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 265 miles (427 km) from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus, SWISS or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne by train, bus or flight.

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bus

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

FlixBus
08:30PM8h10
Frankfurt am Main
04:40AMLausanne
$411One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
08:30PM8h10
Frankfurt am Main
04:40AMLausanne
$411One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
FlixBus
08:55PM7h45
Frankfurt am Main
04:40AMLausanne
$481One-way
0 transfers
Other options
FlixBus
06:15AM8h45
Frankfurt am Main
03:00PMLausanne
$411One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
06:10PM10h30
Frankfurt am Main
04:40AMLausanne
$431One-way
0 transfers

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You can travel by travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne with FlixBus, SWISS and Deutsche Bahn. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Lausanne from Frankfurt am Main. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

    FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

      Swiss is Switzerland’s leading airline and offers Economy and Business ticket fares for your next travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne.

        FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne

        FAQs: 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne.
        FAQs

        You can get from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

        The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $29 (€25) compared to other travel options to Lausanne:

        A bus is $105 (€91) less than a flight for this journey with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne costing on average $133 (€116).

        A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train with an average ticket price of $34 (€30) from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne.

        The fastest way from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 5 min.

        There are alternative travel options to Lausanne that take longer:

        Taking a bus requires on average 7 h 45 min of travel time.

        Train takes on average 5 h 20 min.

        The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne is approximately 265 miles (427 km).

        The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne is:

        • Around 1 bus per day.
        • 10 trains a day.

        However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Lausanne from Frankfurt am Main as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

        These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne:

        • Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne most often leave from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.

        The following travel companies offer services from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne:

        • FlixBus, BlaBlaCar or BlaBlaCar Bus can get you to Lausanne by bus. You can find a good deal for bus tickets with FlixBus from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne for $29 (€25) on Omio.
        • Travel with SWISS or Lufthansa for flights to Lausanne. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Lufthansa Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne tickets on Omio for $256 (€222).
        • Travel with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC) for trains to Lausanne. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Deutsche Bahn Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne tickets on Omio for $34 (€30).

        Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne with the following travel companies:

        • 1 direct bus per day with FlixBus.

        Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Lausanne as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne.

        Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lausanne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Geneva, Zurich or Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lausanne and these popular destinations at a great price.

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