How to travel from Lausanne to Utrecht

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lausanne to Utrecht

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Utrecht 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 46m. 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 €82, while a flight costs an average of €246.

Distance: 390 miles (629 km)

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€246

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€119

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€188

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15h 46m

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8h 56m

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

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

A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Utrecht costing on average €119.

A bus is €164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Utrecht costing on average €246.

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 18m.

Bus takes on average 15h 46m.

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

The journey is about 8m faster (8h 48m by train vs 8h 56m by car) and roughly €69 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€119 vs €188). 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 Lausanne to Utrecht

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

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

  • FlixBus
    1:20 AM17h10
    Lausanne
    6:30 PMUtrecht
    891One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    1:20 AM17h10
    Lausanne
    6:30 PMUtrecht
    891One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    1:20 AM17h10
    Lausanne
    6:30 PMUtrecht
    891One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    11:10 PM18h10
    Lausanne
    5:20 PMUtrecht
    1091One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lausanne to Utrecht

Travel to Utrecht 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 Lausanne to Utrecht.

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

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

A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Utrecht costing on average €119.

A bus is €164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Utrecht costing on average €246.

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 18m.

Bus takes on average 15h 46m.

The distance from Lausanne to Utrecht is approximately 390 miles (629 km).
The average frequency per day from Lausanne to Utrecht is:
  • Around 84 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lausanne and Utrecht 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 Lausanne to Utrecht:
  • Buses mostly depart from Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome and arrive in Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lausanne station and arrive in Utrecht Centraal.
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lausanne to Utrecht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Utrecht by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Interregio, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Utrecht by train.
  • Travel with KLM, easyJet to go to Utrecht by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lausanne to Utrecht:
  • 12 direct flights per day with KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Lausanne to Utrecht often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Berlin, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Utrecht and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Utrecht to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Utrecht, you can explore the unique two-level canals with wharf cellars and vibrant cafes. Visit Museum Speelklok to discover self-playing musical instruments and clocks. Experience Dutch railway history at the Railway Museum with interactive exhibits. Enjoy diverse performances at the modern music complex TivoliVredenburg. Relax in Griftpark, featuring playgrounds, a petting zoo, and a café. For sights, climb the Dom Tower for panoramic city views, wander through the serene Utrecht University Botanic Gardens, and admire religious art at Museum Catharijneconvent. Don't miss the Rietveld Schröder House, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the picturesque Oudegracht canal.
To fully explore Utrecht's historic canals, museums like the Centraal Museum, and lively cultural scene, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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