The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Bologna
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Bologna will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $120.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lausanne for Bologna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 430 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lausanne to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 430 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$126 Average Price | $73 Average Price Cheapest | $234 Average Price |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Bologna trains for today, Friday, 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 45+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559 | 1:10 pm Lausanne station | 5h14 | 6:24 pm Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 45+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 1:10 pm Lausanne station | 6h55 | 8:05 pm Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
| Saturday, 21 March | |||||
![]() | 7:10 am Lausanne | 7h00 | 2:10 pm Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Bologna
Trains from Lausanne to Bologna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 but you can travel from only $39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 430 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 430 km |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 03:55 |
Last train 23:39 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to Bologna trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Bologna from $39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lausanne to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Bologna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Bologna
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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