The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
15 h 19 m
Average duration
16 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1099 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Copenhagen will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lausanne for Copenhagen 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 1099 km distance in an average of 16 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 h 58 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 Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 1099 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£160 Average Price | £115 Average Price | £90 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 55m Average total duration 16h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 19m Average total duration 28h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.7kg 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 Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Copenhagen trains for today, Sunday 8 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1609 · ICE 200 · ICE 770 · ECE 1172 | On time 05:04 Lausanne station | 15h34 | 20:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
IR 2509 · IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 770 | On time 05:40 Lausanne station | 14h58 | 20:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 4 changes | |
IR 2511 · ICE 372 · ICE 6 · 11176 | 06:40 Lausanne station | 16h30 | 23:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 5 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Copenhagen
Trains from Lausanne to Copenhagen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 16h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £34 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 1099 km distance in 15h 10m.
Distance 1099 km |
Average train duration 16h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 15h 10m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:44 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Copenhagen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Copenhagen from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Lausanne to Copenhagen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Copenhagen
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
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