The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Jena
Cheapest price
$0
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
8 h 33 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
610 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Jena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Lausanne to Jena you need to make at least 4 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lausanne to Jena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $285.
Distance: 610 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
$107 Average Price | $345 Average Price | $68 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 43m Average total duration 18h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Jena train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 am Lausanne | 8h38 | 5:18 pm Jena | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:34 am Lausanne | 8h44 | 7:18 pm Jena | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:40 am Lausanne | 9h11 | 7:51 pm Jena | 4 changes | |
| Thursday, 6 November | |||||
![]() | 6:17 am Lausanne | 9h34 | 3:51 pm Jena | 4 changes | |
![]() | 6:40 am Lausanne | 8h33 | 3:13 pm Jena | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Jena
Distance 610 km |
Average train duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $98 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 54m |
First train 00:22 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Jena trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Jena from $62. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Lausanne to Jena train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Jena
- 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
- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
