Leipzig to Lausanne train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Lausanne

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£63

Average price

£127

Fastest journey

8 h 39 m

Average duration

8 h 41 m

Trains per day

13

Distance

680 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leipzig to Lausanne will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.

Fast trains

To travel from Leipzig to Lausanne you need to make at least 3 changes.

Deutsche BahnIC 60408 · IC 333 · IC 708
23:459h58
Leipzig Hbf
09:43Lausanne station
£631One-way
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 699 · IC 60403 · EC 61 · IC 706
22:559h48
Leipzig Hbf
08:43Lausanne station
£731One-way
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 709 · ECE 296 · IC 704
16:4814h55
Leipzig Hbf
07:43Lausanne station
£941One-way
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 791 · ICE 595 · ICE 105 · IC 975
08:418h39
Leipzig Hbf
17:20Lausanne station
£1071One-way
4 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 793 · ICE 597 · ICE 107 · IC 979
10:418h39
Leipzig Hbf
19:20Lausanne station
£1281One-way
4 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Leipzig to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £152.

Distance: 680 km

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Coach
Flight

£95

Average Price

£51

Average Price

Cheapest

£357

Average Price

9h 46m

Average total duration

9h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

13h 1m

Average total duration

12h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 35m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

2.0 - 4.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Leipzig to Lausanne train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday 4 November
Last updated at 20:58
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 699 · IC 60403 · EC 61 · IC 70621:59 Leipzig Hbf
9h44
07:43 Lausanne station3 changes
deutsche_bahnIC 60408 · IC 333 · IC 708
On time
22:45 Leipzig Hbf
9h58
08:43 Lausanne station
2 changes
Wednesday 5 November
deutsche_bahnICE 791 · ICE 595 · ICE 105 · IC 975
On time
07:41 Leipzig Hbf
8h39
16:20 Lausanne station
4 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 1652 · ICE 279 · IC 977 · IR 2528
On time
08:33 Leipzig Hbf
8h47
17:20 Lausanne station
3 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 793 · ICE 597 · ICE 107 · IC 979
On time
09:41 Leipzig Hbf
8h39
18:20 Lausanne station
4 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 1650 · ICE 371 · IR 2532
On time
10:33 Leipzig Hbf
8h47
19:20 Lausanne station
2 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 795 · ICE 1219 · ICE 109 · IC 983
On time
11:41 Leipzig Hbf
8h39
20:20 Lausanne station
4 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 1558 · ICE 373 · IR 2536
On time
12:33 Leipzig Hbf
8h47
21:20 Lausanne station
2 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 797 · ICE 691 · ICE 201 · IC 987
On time
13:41 Leipzig Hbf
8h39
22:20 Lausanne station
4 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 1556 · ICE 375 · IC 989 · IR 2540
On time
14:33 Leipzig Hbf
8h51
23:24 Lausanne station
3 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 709 · ECE 296 · IC 704
On time
15:48 Leipzig Hbf
14h55
06:43 Lausanne station
2 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 1554 · ICE 377 · IR 2347 · IC 842
On time
16:33 Leipzig Hbf
12h47
05:20 Lausanne station
4 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 1554 · ICE 377 · S 3 · IC 1606
On time
16:33 Leipzig Hbf
13h53
06:26 Lausanne station
3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leipzig to Lausanne

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Trains from Leipzig to Lausanne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £31 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 £31
Distance
680 km
Average train duration
9h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£56
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
8h 32m
First train
00:04
Last train
23:57
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 £31

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Lausanne trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Lausanne from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 32m
Cheapest Price
£56
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Leipzig to Lausanne train

FAQs: Travel by train from Leipzig to Lausanne 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 Leipzig to Lausanne.
FAQs
The train distance from Leipzig to Lausanne is 680 km.
Booking trains from Leipzig to Lausanne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Leipzig to Lausanne, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
The train journey from Leipzig to Lausanne covers a distance of 680 km and takes approximately 8h 32m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Leipzig to Lausanne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £95.
The first train from Leipzig to Lausanne leaves at 0:04.
The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Lausanne is by coach, costing approximately £31.
The last train from Leipzig to Lausanne departs at 23:57.
Trains from Leipzig to Lausanne run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leipzig to Lausanne.
There is no night train service from Leipzig to Lausanne.
The train station in Leipzig that goes to Lausanne is Leipzig Hbf, and it arrives at Lausanne station.
Yes, you can take the train from Leipzig to Lausanne.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Lausanne

Leipzig
Lausanne
The major train station for departures in Leipzig is Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Leipzig to Lausanne.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
23
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Zchocolat
  • Vapiano Leipzig
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
  • a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
  • IntercityHotel Leipzig
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Sixt
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
  • Hall 3: shopping and dining area
Public transport options for Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
  • Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
  • S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
  • Bus: Several lines available

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