The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lausanne to Geneva
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lausanne to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Geneva will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lausanne for Geneva every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 30 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 ferry for Lausanne to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a ferry costs an average of £55.
Distance: 51 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price | £55 Average Price |
1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Geneva bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Geneva coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:00 Lausanne | 0h30 | 08:30 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:00 Lausanne | 0h20 | 09:20 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Lausanne | 0h30 | 14:00 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lausanne to Geneva by train, coach or ferry
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Why should you book Lausanne to Geneva coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lausanne to Geneva.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lausanne to Geneva.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Lausanne to Geneva.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lausanne to Geneva
Buses from Lausanne to Geneva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 51 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 51 km |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 4m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lausanne to GenevaYou can travel by bus between Lausanne to Geneva with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lausanne to Geneva coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Geneva by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Geneva
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
Most popular bus connections from Lausanne
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