The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Florence
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
7 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Florence will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lausanne for Florence every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 474 km distance in an average of 7 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 9 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 Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. 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 £36, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 474 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£118 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg 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 Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Florence trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 Lausanne | 6h54 | 19:04 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
![]() | 03:48 Lausanne | 6h16 | 10:04 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:10 Lausanne | 10h09 | 14:19 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Florence
Trains from Lausanne to Florence run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:54, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 474 km |
Average train duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 01:54 |
Last train 16:55 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Florence trainsTrenitalia, Intercity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Florence from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lausanne to Florence train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Florence
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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