How to travel from Lausanne to Vienna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lausanne to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $94 (€79).

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

A bus is $74 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Vienna costing on average $167 (€140).

A bus is $560 (€469) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Vienna costing on average $653 (€547).

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 14m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 9m.

Bus takes on average 15h 24m.

The distance from Lausanne to Vienna is approximately 470 miles (757 km).

The average frequency per day from Lausanne to Vienna is:

• Around 45 flights per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lausanne and Vienna 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 Vienna:

• Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lausanne station and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).

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

• Travel with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Vienna by train.
• Travel with Austrian Airlines, KLM, Swiss, Air Baltic, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Condor Flugdienst, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Luxair, Lufthansa, Vueling, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, TAP Portugal, British Airways to go to Vienna by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.

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

• 2 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Lausanne to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Hallstatt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.

Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.