The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Lausanne
Cheapest price
$200
Average price
$241
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 47 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Lausanne will cost around $241 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $200.
Of the 3 trains that leave Montpellier for Lausanne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 389 km distance in an average of 6 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 43 m 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 Montpellier to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $98.
Distance: 389 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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$235 Average Price | $46 Average Price Cheapest | $233 Average Price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Montpellier to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Lausanne trains for today, Saturday, 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2204+ 9277 | On time 12:57 pm Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h43 | 8:40 pm Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| Sunday, 14 December | |||||
![]() | 6:57 am Montpellier | 6h43 | 1:40 pm Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Lausanne
Trains from Montpellier to Lausanne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $98 but you can travel from only $30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 389 km distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 389 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $98 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros from Montpellier to Lausanne trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Montpellier and Lausanne from $30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Montpellier to Lausanne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Lausanne 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 Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Montpellier and Lausanne
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
- Galzin
- Selecta
- Agora
- Les Halles Solanid
- PAUL
- Quick
- Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
- Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie
- Crowne Plaza Montpellier
- Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 8, 11, 12
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER L3, Intercités, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, but it is noted to be expensive.
- Restaurant Le Sud
- Brasserie du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France
- Kyriad Montpellier Sud
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for TGV and regional trains
- Bus: Line 606
- Tram: Line 1 (requires a transfer to reach the station)
- 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
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