How to travel from Rome to Lausanne

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, and a train costs an average of $111.

Distance: 431 miles (694 km)

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$195

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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2.1 - 4.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of $108.

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

A bus is $64 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Lausanne costing on average $172.

A bus is $87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Lausanne costing on average $195.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 20m.

Bus takes on average 11h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Lausanne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Lausanne among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Rome 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 Rome to Lausanne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Lausanne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of $108.

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

A bus is $64 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Lausanne costing on average $172.

A bus is $87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Lausanne costing on average $195.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 20m.

Bus takes on average 11h 20m.

The distance from Rome to Lausanne is approximately 431 miles (694 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Lausanne is:
  • Around 61 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome 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 Rome to Lausanne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Lausanne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet, ITA, Swiss to go to Lausanne by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lausanne by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Italo, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale to go to Lausanne by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Lausanne with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with easyJet, ITA.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Rome 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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