- Must visit
The Olympic Museum
Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Cheapest price
£170
Average price
£200
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
7 h 16 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Lausanne will cost around £200 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £170.
To travel from Montpellier to Lausanne you need to make at least one change.
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9277Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £124.
Distance: 389 km
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£156 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £245 Average Price |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6250+ 9269 | 7:51 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 7h48 | 15:39 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9862+ 17758+ 9269 | 9:10 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h29 | 15:39 Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
12184+ 9277 | 13:57 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h52 | 21:49 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
9864+ 9277+ 4302 | 14:54 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h55 | 21:49 Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Montpellier to Lausanne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 389 km distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 389 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 6:16 |
Last train 21:45 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Lausanne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lausanne trip today.
Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Fine arts museum in Plateforme 10 with Swiss and international works from the 18th century to today in a striking former station hall.
Photography museum in an elegant mansion, presenting changing exhibitions and a strong programme on visual culture and image-making.
Lakeside district with promenades, marina views, steamers and relaxed public spaces; ideal for a walk by Lake Geneva.
Historic old town square framed by civic buildings and steep lanes, often animated by markets and local city life.
Revitalised district of shops, bars, galleries and public spaces beneath the city centre, popular for modern urban atmosphere.
Melted cheese dish from nearby Alpine regions, traditionally served with bread. It is a social staple across Vaud and winter dining in Lausanne.
Potatoes baked with cream, garlic and cheese from the canton of Vaud. It is a comforting regional classic closely tied to local farmhouse cooking.
Leek and potato stew traditionally served with Vaud cabbage sausage. It is one of the canton’s signature dishes and a classic local speciality.
Elegant lakeside dining known for refined seasonal cuisine and a polished setting near Ouchy.
Traditional Swiss restaurant popular for fondue, raclette and hearty regional dishes in a warm chalet-style interior.
Historic brasserie serving Vaud classics, seafood and French-Swiss dishes in a lively Belle Époque room.
Lausanne is costly versus most European cities, with high hotel, dining and transport prices, though local transit can be good value with hotel guest cards.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Lausanne station -> Place Saint-François, Lausanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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.

Most Montpellier to Lausanne trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Montpellier Saint-Roch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Free Wi-Fi. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier-Sud-de-France has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
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 options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
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