How to travel from Lucerne to Lausanne

You can travel between Lucerne and Lausanne by train.

The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Lausanne is a train with an average price of €53.

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Lausanne is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 39m.

The distance from Lucerne to Lausanne is approximately 87 miles (141 km).

The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Lausanne is:

• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lucerne to Lausanne:

• Trains mostly depart from Lucerne station and arrive in Lausanne station.

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

• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Lausanne by bus.
• Travel with SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn to go to Lausanne by train.

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

• 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
• 3 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).

Omio customers who travel from Lucerne 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.