How to travel from Liège to Lausanne

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Liège to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liège to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr809 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr809, while a flight costs an average of kr5654.

Distance: 288 miles (465 km)

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Driving

kr1552

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kr809

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kr5654

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kr1720

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7h 35m

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7h 5m

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12h 46m

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12h 16m

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4h 36m

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2h 36m

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6h 52m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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Brussels Airlines

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

The cheapest way to travel from Liège to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of kr809.

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

A bus is kr742 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liège to Lausanne costing on average kr1552.

A bus is kr4845 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liège to Lausanne costing on average kr5654.

The fastest way to travel from Liège to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 35m.

Bus takes on average 12h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Liège and Lausanne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Liège to Lausanne among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around kr809 compared to roughly kr1720 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr911. The journey takes 12h 16m versus 6h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Liège to Lausanne

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    7:00 PM10h20
    Liège
    5:20 AMLausanne
    kr5151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    7:00 PM10h20
    Liège
    5:20 AMLausanne
    kr5151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    7:00 PM10h20
    Liège
    5:20 AMLausanne
    kr5151One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    6:00 PM10h20
    Liège
    4:20 AMLausanne
    kr6101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    12:20 AM15h25
    Liège
    3:45 PMLausanne
    kr13241One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Liège 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 Liège to Lausanne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Liège and Lausanne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Liège to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of kr809.

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

A bus is kr742 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liège to Lausanne costing on average kr1552.

A bus is kr4845 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liège to Lausanne costing on average kr5654.

The fastest way to travel from Liège to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 35m.

Bus takes on average 12h 46m.

The distance from Liège to Lausanne is approximately 288 miles (465 km).
The average frequency per day from Liège to Lausanne is:
  • Around 60 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liège to Lausanne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Liège-Guillemins and arrive in Lausanne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liège 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 SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF, Deutsche Bahn to go to Lausanne by train.
  • Travel with BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Air France, KLM, Qatar Airways, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, easyJet to go to Lausanne by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Liège to Lausanne with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 5 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Liège 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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