How to travel from Porto to Lausanne

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Compare bus and flight for Porto to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł675 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.4 - 3.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł675, while a flight costs an average of zł736.

Distance: 843 miles (1357 km)

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zł675

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zł736

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zł2225

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28h 2m

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27h 32m

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30m

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4h 47m

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2h 47m

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16h 28m

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1.4 - 3.4kg

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4.1 - 8.1kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Porto to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of zł675.

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

A bus is zł62 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Lausanne costing on average zł736.

The fastest way to travel from Porto to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Bus takes on average 28h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Porto and Lausanne including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Porto 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 zł675 compared to roughly zł2225 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł1550. The journey takes 27h 32m versus 16h 28m 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 Porto to Lausanne

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

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

  • FlixBus
    10:30 PM40h55
    Porto
    3:25 PMLausanne
    7431One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    10:30 PM40h55
    Porto
    3:25 PMLausanne
    7431One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    11:10 AM31h55
    Porto
    7:05 PMLausanne
    9641One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Porto 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 Porto to Lausanne.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Porto and Lausanne including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Porto to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of zł675.

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

A bus is zł62 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Lausanne costing on average zł736.

The fastest way to travel from Porto to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Bus takes on average 28h 2m.

The distance from Porto to Lausanne is approximately 843 miles (1357 km).
The average frequency per day from Porto to Lausanne is:
  • Around 61 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Porto to Lausanne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Porto Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Porto to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa to go to Lausanne by bus.
  • Travel with easyJet, TAP Portugal, BA Euroflyer, Transavia France, Swiss, Volotea to go to Lausanne by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Porto to Lausanne with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Alsa.
  • 7 direct flights per day with easyJet, TAP Portugal, Transavia France, Swiss, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Porto 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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