How to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne

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Compare bus and train for Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, while a train costs an average of $81.

Distance: 117 miles (189 km)

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$81

Average price

$32

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$109

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3h 35m

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3h 5m

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4h 57m

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4h 27m

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3h 5m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of $32 (€26).

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne:

A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne costing on average $81 (€67).

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Lausanne including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $81 (€67) compared to roughly $109 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28 (€23). The journey takes 3h 5m versus 3h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne

How to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 AM4h05
    Freiburg, ZOB
    7:50 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 AM4h05
    Freiburg, ZOB
    7:50 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnECE 5 · IC 627 · IC 904
    2:33 PM3h10
    Freiburg Hbf
    5:43 PMLausanne station
    $681One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 275 · IC 965 · IR 2516
    9:04 AM3h16
    Freiburg Hbf
    12:20 PMLausanne station
    $361One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 275 · IC 1618
    9:04 AM3h52
    Freiburg Hbf
    12:56 PMLausanne station
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 273 · IC 963 · IR 2514
    8:04 AM3h16
    Freiburg Hbf
    11:20 AMLausanne station
    $461One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:15 PM5h00
    Freiburg, ZOB
    5:15 PMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:40 AM3h55
    Freiburg, ZOB
    6:35 AMLausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne.

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There are 2 options to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Lausanne including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of $32 (€26).

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne:

A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne costing on average $81 (€67).

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 57m.

The distance from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne is approximately 117 miles (189 km).
The average frequency per day from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Freiburg im Breisgau and Lausanne as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne:
  • Trains mostly depart from Freiburg Hbf and arrive in Lausanne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Freiburg, ZOB and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Deutsche Bahn to go to Lausanne by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Freiburg im Breisgau to Lausanne:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Freiburg im Breisgau 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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