How to travel from Salzburg to Lausanne

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

The cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of kr707.

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

A bus is kr650 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Lausanne costing on average kr1357.

A bus is kr4095 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Lausanne costing on average kr4802.

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 28m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 39m.

Bus takes on average 10h 25m.

The distance from Salzburg to Lausanne is approximately 313 miles (505 km).

The average frequency per day from Salzburg to Lausanne is:

• Around 12 flights per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Lausanne:

• Flights mostly depart from Salzburg Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Salzburg Hbf and arrive in Lausanne station.
• Buses mostly depart from Salzburg, P+R Süd and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.

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

• Travel with FlixBus, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh, Union Ivkoni to go to Lausanne by bus.
• Travel with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Lausanne by train.

Omio customers who travel from Salzburg 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.