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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lausanne to Zurich
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lausanne to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Zurich will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lausanne for Zurich every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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 Lausanne to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. 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 £13, and a flight costs an average of £259.
Distance: 174 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price | £412 Average Price |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Zurich coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 Lausanne | 2h50 | 15:40 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:40 Lausanne | 2h50 | 17:30 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:50 Lausanne | 2h30 | 17:20 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:10 Lausanne | 2h40 | 18:50 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 05:40 Lausanne | 2h30 | 08:10 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lausanne to Zurich
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Buses from Lausanne to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 174 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 174 km |
Average bus duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Lausanne to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Lausanne to Zurich with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lausanne to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Zurich
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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