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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lausanne
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lausanne will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $82.
Of the 17 trains that leave Zurich for Lausanne every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.
IC 5 512 | 512IC 1 710 | 710IC 5 1512 | 1512IC 1 710 | 710S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710IC 1 710 | 710IC 81 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512IC 8 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514IC 5 512 | 512IC 5 1512 | 1512
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Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from $17. 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 coach costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $293.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$88 Average Price | $26 Average Price Cheapest | $567 Average Price |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Friday, 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 81 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 7:02 am Zurich HB | 2h18 | 9:20 am Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 512 | 512 | 7:04 am Zurich HB | 2h22 | 9:26 am Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 7:14 am Zürich Oerlikon | 2h29 | 9:43 am Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 7:16 am Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 9:43 am Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 7:16 am Zürich Oerlikon | 2h27 | 9:43 am Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 1512 | 1512 | 7:30 am Zurich HB | 2h26 | 9:56 am Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 7:32 am Zurich HB | 2h11 | 9:43 am Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 8 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 7:46 am Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 10:20 am Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
| RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 8 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 7:48 am Zürich Oerlikon | 2h32 | 10:20 am Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
| RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 7:48 am Zürich Oerlikon | 2h38 | 10:26 am Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 7:59 am Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 10:26 am Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 8 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:02 am Zurich HB | 2h18 | 10:20 am Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 8:14 am Zürich Oerlikon | 2h29 | 10:43 am Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 8:16 am Zürich Oerlikon | 2h27 | 10:43 am Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 8:16 am Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 10:43 am Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 8:46 am Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 11:20 am Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
 9226 · 9277 | On time 2:34 pm Zurich HB | 6h06 | 8:40 pm Lausanne station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Lausanne
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Trains from Zurich to Lausanne run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 but you can travel from only $17 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Lausanne trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Lausanne from $17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich to Lausanne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Zurich HB, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lausanne, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Lausanne
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
AccessibilityAccessibility
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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