The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Lausanne
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Lausanne will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
To travel from Bologna to Lausanne you need to make at least one change.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+
EuroCity 46
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+
EuroCity 44
9928+
EuroCity 46
9978+
EuroCity 46
8134+
EuroCity 46
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 44
9982+
EuroCity 44
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+
EuroCity 46
9986+
EuroCity 46
9940+
EuroCity 46Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bologna to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 430 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£85 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bologna to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lausanne trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9924+ EuroCity 44 | 12:06 Bologna Centrale | 7h44 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9978+ EuroCity 44 | 12:11 Bologna Centrale | 7h39 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9978+ EuroCity 46 | 12:11 Bologna Centrale | 10h05 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+ EuroCity 44 | 12:50 Bologna Centrale | 7h00 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9928+ EuroCity 44 | 13:06 Bologna Centrale | 6h44 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9928+ EuroCity 46 | 13:06 Bologna Centrale | 9h10 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9932+ EuroCity 44 | 14:06 Bologna Centrale | 5h44 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9982+ EuroCity 46 | 14:11 Bologna Centrale | 8h05 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9982+ EuroCity 44 | 14:11 Bologna Centrale | 5h39 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ EuroCity 44 | 14:36 Bologna Centrale | 5h14 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ EuroCity 46 | 14:50 Bologna Centrale | 7h26 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
8134+ EuroCity 46 | 15:06 Bologna Centrale | 7h10 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9940+ EuroCity 46 | 16:06 Bologna Centrale | 6h10 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9986+ EuroCity 46 | 16:11 Bologna Centrale | 6h05 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ EuroCity 46 | 16:36 Bologna Centrale | 5h40 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 752+ EuroCity 40 | 04:06 Bologna Centrale | 6h44 | 10:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9904+ EuroCity 44 | 07:06 Bologna Centrale | 12h44 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9966+ EuroCity 44 | 07:41 Bologna Centrale | 12h09 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9908+ EuroCity 44 | 08:06 Bologna Centrale | 11h44 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9968+ EuroCity 44 | 08:11 Bologna Centrale | 11h39 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9912+ EuroCity 46 | 09:06 Bologna Centrale | 13h10 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9972+ EuroCity 44 | 09:11 Bologna Centrale | 10h39 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9972+ EuroCity 46 | 09:11 Bologna Centrale | 13h05 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9916+ EuroCity 46 | 10:06 Bologna Centrale | 12h10 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9974+ EuroCity 46 | 10:11 Bologna Centrale | 12h05 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9974+ EuroCity 44 | 10:11 Bologna Centrale | 9h39 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9920+ EuroCity 46 | 11:06 Bologna Centrale | 11h10 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9976+ EuroCity 46 | 11:11 Bologna Centrale | 11h05 | 22:16 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9976+ EuroCity 44 | 11:11 Bologna Centrale | 8h39 | 19:50 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Lausanne
Trains from Bologna to Lausanne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 430 km distance in 6h 44m.
Distance 430 km |
Average train duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 04:56 |
Last train 23:39 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa from Bologna to Lausanne trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Lausanne from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Lausanne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna and Lausanne
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- 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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