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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Lausanne
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Lausanne will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 4 trains that leave Lugano for Lausanne every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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.
10:024h18Lugano14:20Lausanne£801One-way0 changes- 7:024h24Lugano11:26Lausanne£951One-way0 changes
- 6:474h33Lugano11:20Lausanne£971One-way0 changes
- 9:024h18Lugano13:20Lausanne£1001One-way0 changes
- 10:024h18Lugano14:20Lausanne£801One-way0 changes
- 9:024h18Lugano13:20Lausanne£1001One-way0 changes
- 7:024h24Lugano11:26Lausanne£951One-way0 changes
- 6:474h33Lugano11:20Lausanne£971One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lugano to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Lausanne 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 coach which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 187 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£93 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lugano to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Lausanne trains for today, Friday 24 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B 4 4081 | 4081 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 10:47 Lugano | 4h33 | 15:20 Lausanne station | 3 changes | |
| B 4 4081 | 4081 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 10:47 Lugano | 4h39 | 15:26 Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
| IC 2 874 | 874 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 11:02 Lugano, Stazione | 4h18 | 15:20 Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
| IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 11:02 Lugano, Stazione | 4h24 | 15:26 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 25 July | |||||
| 6:47 Lugano | 4h33 | 11:20 Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:02 Lugano | 4h24 | 11:26 Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Lausanne
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Trains from Lugano to Lausanne run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lugano to Lausanne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Lausanne 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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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Lugano to Lausanne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Lausanne 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 Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Lausanne
Most Lugano to Lausanne trains use the Lugano, Stazione to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lugano station do trains to Lausanne leave from?
Getting to Lugano, Stazione from Lugano city centre
Lugano, Stazione train station facilities and services
Lugano, Stazione has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano, Stazione.
Which Lausanne station do trains from Lugano arrive at?
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.
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