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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Salzburg

Showing times and prices for 16 Jun

Cheapest price

£89

Average price

£89

Fastest journey

7 h 43 m

Average duration

7 h 44 m

Trains per day

Distance

505 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lausanne to Salzburg will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Lausanne for Salzburg 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 505 km distance in an average of 7 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 43 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 46 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.

11:207h43

Lausanne

19:03Salzburg

£891One-way

0 changes

05:207h43

Lausanne

13:03Salzburg

£891One-way

0 changes

11:177h46

Lausanne

19:03Salzburg

£891One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight, coach and train for Lausanne to Salzburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Flight	Coach
£87 Average Price	£347 Average Price	£49 Average Price Cheapest
8h 17m average duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 30m average duration Fastest 6h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	16h 16m average duration 15h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 1.3kg 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 Salzburg train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday 15 June

Last updated at 03:22

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IC 711 · IC 565+RJX 165	06:17 Lausanne station	7h46	14:03 Salzburg Hbf	2 changes
IC 515 · EC 191 · RJX 69	On time 06:34 Lausanne station	8h24	14:58 Salzburg Hbf	2 changes
IR 2513 · IC 813 · EC 191 · RJX 69	On time 06:40 Lausanne station	8h18	14:58 Salzburg Hbf	3 changes
IC 903+RJX 167	07:17 Lausanne station	8h46	16:03 Salzburg Hbf	1 change
IC 715 · IC 569+RJX 167	08:17 Lausanne station	7h46	16:03 Salzburg Hbf	2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lausanne to Salzburg

Switzerland

Austria

Trains from Lausanne to Salzburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £29

Distance

505 km

Average train duration

7h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

£39

Trains per day

Fastest train

7h 38m

First train

05:17

Last train

14:17

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £29

Train providers: ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains Lausanne to Salzburg

Buy your official ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) train tickets to Salzburg from Lausanne from £45 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

ÖBB is Austria's main train company and offers the following different ticket types for your next trip to Salzburg from Lausanne by train: Standard Ticket, Comfort-Ticket, ÖBB Sparschiene-Ticket, ÖBB Sparschiene Comfort-Ticket.

Train information from Lausanne to Salzburg with ÖBB:

Average Duration: 7 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: £49

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Salzburg from Lausanne. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Lausanne to Salzburg train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 7 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: £45

The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. These routes offer stunning views of the Austrian countryside and provide a convenient way to travel between major cities.

Train information from Lausanne to Salzburg with ÖBB | Euro City (EC):

Average Duration: 7 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: £49

FAQs: Lausanne to Salzburg train

FAQs: Travel by train from Lausanne to Salzburg 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 Salzburg.

Cheap train tickets from Lausanne to Salzburg can start from as little as £49 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lausanne to Salzburg is £94; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Lausanne to Salzburg is 7 h 38 min to travel the 313 mile long trip, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lausanne to Salzburg leaves at 00: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lausanne to Salzburg leaves at 22: 50.

There are 8 trains a day from Lausanne to Salzburg which require at least one change with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Lausanne to Salzburg train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Salzburg from Lausanne to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 50.

The cheapest month to travel from Lausanne to Salzburg by train is November.

You have options as you can travel from Lausanne to Salzburg 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.