- Must visit
The Olympic Museum
Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£109
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£119
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
5 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
7 h 20 m
Trains on 12 Sept
3
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Lausanne will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
To travel from Florence to Lausanne you need to make at least one change.
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 144
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+
EuroCity 42
Intercity 588+
EuroCity 146
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 144
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+
EuroCity 42
Intercity 588+
EuroCity 146Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £68 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £68, while a flight costs an average of £127.
Distance: 474 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£105 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest | £127 Average Price | £215 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Lausanne:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Lausanne costing on average £105.
A coach is £59 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Lausanne costing on average £127.
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 58m.
Coach takes on average 9h 37m.
The journey is about 5m faster (6h 58m by train vs 7h 3m by car) and roughly £110 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£105 vs £215). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Lausanne trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ EuroCity 44 | 14:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h53 | 20:48 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
8134+ EuroCity 146 | 15:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h23 | 22:48 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9940+ EuroCity 146 | 16:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h23 | 22:48 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ EuroCity 146 | 16:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h53 | 22:48 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ EuroCity 42 | 9:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h53 | 16:48 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
Intercity 588+ EuroCity 146 | 13:33 Florence Rifredi | 9h15 | 22:48 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Florence to Lausanne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 474 km |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 1:41 |
Last train 16:55 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Fine arts museum in Plateforme 10 with Swiss and international works from the 18th century to today in a striking former station hall.
Photography museum in an elegant mansion, presenting changing exhibitions and a strong programme on visual culture and image-making.
Lakeside district with promenades, marina views, steamers and relaxed public spaces; ideal for a walk by Lake Geneva.
Historic old town square framed by civic buildings and steep lanes, often animated by markets and local city life.
Revitalised district of shops, bars, galleries and public spaces beneath the city centre, popular for modern urban atmosphere.
Melted cheese dish from nearby Alpine regions, traditionally served with bread. It is a social staple across Vaud and winter dining in Lausanne.
Potatoes baked with cream, garlic and cheese from the canton of Vaud. It is a comforting regional classic closely tied to local farmhouse cooking.
Leek and potato stew traditionally served with Vaud cabbage sausage. It is one of the canton’s signature dishes and a classic local speciality.
Elegant lakeside dining known for refined seasonal cuisine and a polished setting near Ouchy.
Traditional Swiss restaurant popular for fondue, raclette and hearty regional dishes in a warm chalet-style interior.
Historic brasserie serving Vaud classics, seafood and French-Swiss dishes in a lively Belle Époque room.
Lausanne is costly versus most European cities, with high hotel, dining and transport prices, though local transit can be good value with hotel guest cards.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Lausanne station -> Place Saint-François, Lausanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

Most Florence to Lausanne trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Lausanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
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