Lausanne to Geneva train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Geneva

Showing times and prices for 22 Apr

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

39 m

Average duration

44 m

Trains per day

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lausanne to Geneva will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Lausanne for Geneva 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 51 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 51 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.

IC 1 706 | 706

08:460h39

Lausanne station

09:25Geneva station

£191One-way

0 changes

IR 15 2508 | 2508

08:230h42

Lausanne station

09:05Geneva station

£191One-way

0 changes

RE 33 18456 | 18456

08:300h51

Lausanne station

09:21Geneva station

£271One-way

0 changes

IR 90 1808 | 1808

08:160h39

Lausanne station

08:55Geneva station

£271One-way

0 changes

RE 33 18410 | 18410

08:000h51

Lausanne station

08:51Geneva station

£271One-way

0 changes

Live departures

Lausanne to Geneva train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 22 April

Last updated at 15:20

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
RE 33 18410 \| 18410	06:00 Lausanne station	0h51	06:51 Geneva station	0 changesdirect
IR 90 1808 \| 1808	06:16 Lausanne station	0h39	06:55 Geneva station	0 changesdirect
IR 15 2508 \| 2508	06:23 Lausanne station	0h42	07:05 Geneva station	0 changesdirect
RE 33 18456 \| 18456	06:30 Lausanne station	0h51	07:21 Geneva station	0 changesdirect
IC 1 706 \| 706	06:46 Lausanne station	0h39	07:25 Geneva station	0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lausanne to Geneva?

The best time to book your train from Lausanne to Geneva is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lausanne to Geneva route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lausanne to Geneva per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lausanne to Geneva.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lausanne to Geneva

Switzerland

Trains from Lausanne to Geneva run on average 11 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

51 km

Average train duration

44m

Cheapest ticket price

£10

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

35m

First train

07:23

Last train

22:55

Price information

Train providers: SBB and SNCF | TGV Lyria trains Lausanne to Geneva

For as little as £12 you can travel by train between Lausanne and Geneva with SBB and SNCF | TGV Lyria. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains between Lausanne and Geneva. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

Train information from Lausanne to Geneva with SBB:

Average Duration: 35 min
Cheapest Price: £12

TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service that operates between France and Switzerland. It is operated by SNCF in France and SBB in Switzerland. The TGV Lyria offers two types of trains: the TGV Duplex and the TGV POS. The TGV Duplex is a double-decker train with a capacity of up to 574 passengers, while the TGV POS is a single-level train with a capacity of up to 468 passengers. Both trains offer comfortable seating, air-conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The TGV Lyria offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most economical, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the TGV Lyria Lounge. Onboard facilities include a bar, restaurant, and a selection of newspapers and magazines. Passengers can also enjoy a selection of hot and cold meals, snacks, and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV Lyria are Paris to Geneva, Paris to Lausanne, and Paris to Basel. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France and Switzerland.

SNCF | TGV Lyria from Lausanne to Geneva train information:

Average Duration: 36 min
Cheapest Price: £24

Trains from Lausanne to Geneva

There are frequent daily direct trains from Lausanne to Geneva 7 days a week, on one of Switzerland's busiest commuter lines. From early morning throughout the day and evening there are departures roughly every 10 minutes, with connections decreasing to around 3 per hour in the late evenings. Journey times for the trip southwest along the lake shoreline to Geneva range from 36 minutes to 55 minutes.

Lausanne to Geneva train times: daily departures

Daily direct trains from Lausanne to Geneva run from early morning to late at night, with morning peak time services departing 7 to 8 times an hour. Daytime and evening services depart from Lausanne every 10 minutes on average, with 3 trains an hour to Geneva operating in the late evening until around midnight.

How long is the journey by train from Lausanne to Geneva?

Trains from Lausanne to Geneva take between 36 and 55 minutes to cover the 37-mile route southwest along the shore of Lake Geneva, depending on the class of train and the stops made en route. With very frequent direct services to Geneva, indirect journeys are not a consideration for this trip.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Lausanne to Geneva?

Departure station: Lausanne Gare is located on the south side of the city center, about 20 minutes on foot, with frequent public transit connections available on Metro trams, city bus routes and RER suburban rail lines. Passenger facilities at the station include a shopping mall, food stores, coffee bars, ATMs, car rental agencies and luggage lockers.

Arrival station: Geneva Cornavin Station is located in the center of the city, with public transit links available on city buses, trams and suburban rail lines. The station concourse has a shopping mall, restaurants, fast food outlets, coffee bars, luggage storage lockers, ATMs and taxi stands.

Which train companies travel from Lausanne to Geneva?

Swiss Federal Railways, the national rail operator, known in German, French and Italian as SBB, CFF and FFS, provides all the trains from Lausanne to Geneva on this busy commuter route.

Swiss Federal Railways Lausanne to Geneva

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) trains from Lausanne to Geneva include some InterCity long distance services but are predominantly InterRegional and local Regional trains. The quickest connections between the Swiss cities take 36 minutes to complete the journey southwest, while the slower Regional connections take around 20 minutes longer.

Lausanne to Geneva trains: services on board

SBB InterCity trains from Lausanne to Geneva have a choice of first- and second-class seating, with quiet zones and a cafe-bistro. The InterRegional and Regional services operating on this route are mostly double-decker trains with two classes of ticket. Dedicated wheelchair spaces are available on all SBB trains, and staff are available to provide assistance with boarding to travelers with limited mobility. Dogs are permitted, with a charge of half a second-class fare, and small pets in carriers travel for free. Cyclists can take bikes on board but must buy a bike ticket or a one day bike card. A check-in service is available for passengers with a lot of luggage, with a small charge.

How to find cheap train tickets from Lausanne to Geneva

With frequent daily trains from Lausanne to Geneva, there are plenty of economical fares available, with off-peak journeys usually the cheapest. Booking in advance on the Omio site makes it simple to see the differences in fares at a glance. By being a little flexible with travel plans, finding the cheapest tickets for travel to Geneva is usually straightforward.

FAQs: Lausanne to Geneva train

FAQs: Travel by train from Lausanne to Geneva easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lausanne to Geneva.

Cheap train tickets from Lausanne to Geneva can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lausanne to Geneva is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Lausanne to Geneva train time is 35 min covering the 32 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lausanne to Geneva leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lausanne to Geneva leaves at 23: 57.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Lausanne to Geneva without having to change trains with SBB. There are 11 direct trains from Lausanne to Geneva each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Geneva. Take the fast train with SNCF | TGV Lyria from Lausanne to Geneva.

For the journey from Lausanne to Geneva you can take a train with SBB or SNCF | TGV Lyria. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Lausanne to Geneva on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 57.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lausanne, which is located around 0.4 miles (643 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Geneva, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Geneva from Lausanne is worth doing with a journey time of 35 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Lausanne to Geneva by train is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lausanne and Geneva including taking a coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Geneva

Lausanne

Geneva

The major train station for departures in Lausanne is Lausanne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lausanne for your trip from Lausanne to Geneva.

Lausanne