The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Trains per day
71
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least 3 changes.
IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 216:175h26Lausanne station21:43Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£451One-way2 changes
IC 1629 · ICE 2 · ICE 91016:045h34Lausanne station21:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£451One-way2 changes
IC 1629 · ICE 216:045h39Lausanne station21:43Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£451One-way1 change
IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 · ICE 91016:175h21Lausanne station21:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£451One-way3 changes
IR 2531 · IC 982 · ICE 27217:405h29Lausanne station23:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£541One-way2 changes
IC 719 · IC 620 · ECE 4 · ICE 22412:175h21Lausanne station17:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1081One-way3 changes
IC 723 · IC 624 · ICE 70 · ICE 91214:175h21Lausanne station19:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1081One-way3 changes
IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 · ICE 91016:175h21Lausanne station21:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£451One-way3 changes
IC 711 · IC 612 · ICE 6 · ICE 9188:175h21Lausanne station13:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1221One-way3 changes
IC 715 · IC 616 · ICE 72 · ICE 91610:175h21Lausanne station15:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1221One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. 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 £23, and a flight costs an average of £93.
Distance: 428 km
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£105 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £240 Average Price |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m 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
Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1645 · IR 1853 · ICE 202 · ICE 692 | On time 0:04 Lausanne station | 10h05 | 10:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 1645 · IR 1853 · ICE 202 | 0:04 Lausanne station | 10h04 | 10:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IR 2507 · ICE 374 · ICE 612 | On time 5:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 11:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 1609 · ICE 74 · ICE 1010 | On time 6:04 Lausanne station | 5h34 | 11:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 1609 · ICE 74 | 6:04 Lausanne station | 5h36 | 11:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 707 · IC 608 · ICE 74 | 6:17 Lausanne station | 5h23 | 11:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 707 · IC 608 · ICE 74 · ICE 1010 | On time 6:17 Lausanne station | 5h21 | 11:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IR 2511 · ICE 372 · ICE 610 | On time 7:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 13:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IR 2511 · ICE 372 | 7:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 13:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1613 · ICE 6 | 8:04 Lausanne station | 5h36 | 13:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1613 · ICE 6 · ICE 918 | On time 8:04 Lausanne station | 5h34 | 13:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 711 · IC 612 · ICE 6 | 8:17 Lausanne station | 5h23 | 13:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 711 · IC 612 · ICE 6 · ICE 918 | On time 8:17 Lausanne station | 5h21 | 13:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IR 2513 · IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 | On time 8:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 14:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 1615 · ICE 370 | 9:04 Lausanne station | 6h05 | 15:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1615 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 9:04 Lausanne station | 6h04 | 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 | 9:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 15:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 9:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IC 1617 · ICE 72 · ICE 916 | On time 10:04 Lausanne station | 5h34 | 15:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 1617 · ICE 72 | 10:04 Lausanne station | 5h36 | 15:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 715 · IC 616 · ICE 72 · ICE 916 | On time 10:17 Lausanne station | 5h21 | 15:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IC 715 · IC 616 · ICE 72 | 10:17 Lausanne station | 5h23 | 15:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 2517 · ICE 106 | On time 10:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 16:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
IR 2517 · ICE 106 · ICE 596 | On time 10:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 16:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1619 · ICE 278 | 11:04 Lausanne station | 6h05 | 17:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1619 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 11:04 Lausanne station | 6h04 | 17:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 11:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 17:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 278 | 11:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 17:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1621 · ECE 4 | On time 12:04 Lausanne station | 5h36 | 17:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1621 · ICE 104 | On time 12:04 Lausanne station | 6h04 | 18:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
IC 1621 · ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 12:04 Lausanne station | 5h34 | 17:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 719 · IC 620 · ECE 4 | On time 12:17 Lausanne station | 5h23 | 17:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 719 · IC 620 · ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 12:17 Lausanne station | 5h21 | 17:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IR 2521 · IC 972 · ICE 104 | On time 12:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 18:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IR 2521 · IC 972 · ICE 104 · ICE 594 | On time 12:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 18:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 1623 · EC 5320 | 13:04 Lausanne station | 5h40 | 18:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1623 · EC 5320 · ICE 574 | On time 13:04 Lausanne station | 5h36 | 18:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 721 · IC 622 · EC 5320 | 13:17 Lausanne station | 5h27 | 18:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 721 · IC 622 · EC 5320 · ICE 574 | On time 13:17 Lausanne station | 5h23 | 18:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 2523 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 13:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IR 2523 · ICE 276 | 13:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 19:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1625 · ICE 70 · ICE 912 | On time 14:04 Lausanne station | 5h34 | 19:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 1625 · ICE 70 | 14:04 Lausanne station | 5h36 | 19:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1625 · ICE 102 | On time 14:04 Lausanne station | 6h04 | 20:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
IC 723 · IC 624 · ICE 70 · ICE 912 | On time 14:17 Lausanne station | 5h21 | 19:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IC 723 · IC 624 · ICE 70 | 14:17 Lausanne station | 5h23 | 19:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 2525 · IC 976 · ICE 102 | On time 14:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 20:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IR 2525 · IC 976 · ICE 102 · ICE 2582 | On time 14:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 20:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 1627 · ICE 274 | 15:04 Lausanne station | 6h05 | 21:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1627 · ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 15:04 Lausanne station | 6h04 | 21:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IR 2527 · IC 978 · ICE 274 | 15:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 21:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 2527 · IC 978 · ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 15:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 21:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IC 1629 · ICE 2 · ICE 910 | On time 16:04 Lausanne station | 5h34 | 21:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 1629 · ICE 2 | 16:04 Lausanne station | 5h39 | 21:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 | 16:17 Lausanne station | 5h26 | 21:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 · ICE 910 | On time 16:17 Lausanne station | 5h21 | 21:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IR 2529 · ICE 100 | On time 16:40 Lausanne station | 5h28 | 22:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
IR 2529 · ICE 100 · ICE 590 | On time 16:40 Lausanne station | 5h29 | 22:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 428 km distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 428 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Frankfurt am Main from £23. 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 Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Frankfurt am Main
Most Lausanne to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Lausanne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Lausanne and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lausanne station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Lausanne from Lausanne city centre
Lausanne train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Lausanne arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.


