How to travel from Zurich to Lausanne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €242.

Distance: 108 miles (174 km)

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€63

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€103

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€385

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4h 2m

Average total duration

3h 32m

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30m

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2h 59m

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2h 29m

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3h 51m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.0kg

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from Zurich to Lausanne

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

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

SBBIC 5 514 | 514
09:04AM2h22
Zurich HB
11:26AMLausanne station
$751One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

SBBIR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514
08:59AM2h27
Zurich Altstetten
11:26AMLausanne station
$691One-way
1 transfer

Fastest

SWISSLX2824
12:05PM0h50
Zurich Airport
12:55PMGeneva International Airport
$4211One-way
0 transfers

Other options

SBBIC 1 712 | 712
09:15AM2h28
Zürich Oerlikon
11:43AMLausanne station
$771One-way
0 transfers
SBBIC 5 512 | 512
08:04AM2h22
Zurich HB
10:26AMLausanne station
$741One-way
0 transfers
SBBIC 1 710 | 710
08:32AM2h11
Zurich HB
10:43AMLausanne station
$771One-way
0 transfers
SWISSLX2806
12:55PM0h50
Zurich Airport
01:45PMGeneva International Airport
$4211One-way
0 transfers
SWISSLX2804
08:55AM0h50
Zurich Airport
09:45AMGeneva International Airport
$4211One-way
0 transfers
SWISSLX2808
04:45PM0h50
Zurich Airport
05:35PMGeneva International Airport
$4211One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Zürich to Lausanne

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Zürich to Lausanne, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Zürich to Lausanne and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Lausanne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Lausanne is a train with an average price of $56 (€45).

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

A train is $73 (€58) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zurich to Lausanne costing on average $129 (€103).

A train is $248 (€197) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Lausanne costing on average $304 (€242).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 50m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 41m.

Train takes on average 2h 11m.

The distance from Zurich to Lausanne is approximately 108 miles (174 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Lausanne is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Lausanne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Lausanne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Évian-les-Bains, Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to go to Lausanne by train.
  • Travel with SWISS to go to Lausanne by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Lausanne by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zurich to Lausanne with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS).
  • 7 direct flights per day with SWISS.
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Lausanne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Geneva, Lyon, Paris Gare de Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lausanne and these popular destinations at a great price.

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