- Must visit
The Olympic Museum
Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£72
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
6 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
6 h 10 m
Trains on 12 Sept
12
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Lausanne will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Munich to Lausanne you need to make at least one change.
ICE 266 · ICE 377 · IC 989 · IR 2540
ICE 698 · IC 60403 · EC 61 · IC 706
ECE 98 · IC 734
ICE 594 · ICE 375 · IR 2536
ECE 190 · IC 730
ECE 192 · IC 726
ECE 196 · IC 718
ECE 190 · IC 730
ECE 194 · IC 722
ECE 98 · IC 734Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £177.
Distance: 414 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £177 Average Price | £86 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Lausanne:
A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lausanne costing on average £76.
A coach is £145 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Lausanne costing on average £177.
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Coach takes on average 7h 15m.
The journey is about 9m faster (5h 56m by train vs 6h 5m by car) and roughly £9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£76 vs £86). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 196 · IC 718 | On time 8:32 Munich Hbf | 6h10 | 14:42 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 2524 | 9:03 Munich Hbf | 7h17 | 16:20 Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
ECE 194 · IC 722 | On time 10:31 Munich Hbf | 6h11 | 16:42 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528 | 11:03 Munich Hbf | 7h17 | 18:20 Lausanne station | 3 changes | |
ECE 192 · IC 726 | On time 12:32 Munich Hbf | 6h10 | 18:42 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
ICE 564 · ICE 373 · IC 981 · IR 2532 | 13:03 Munich Hbf | 7h17 | 20:20 Lausanne station | 3 changes | |
ECE 190 · IC 730 | On time 14:32 Munich Hbf | 6h10 | 20:42 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
ICE 594 · ICE 375 · IR 2536 | On time 14:45 Munich Hbf | 7h35 | 22:20 Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Munich to Lausanne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 414 km distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 414 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 42 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 Munich 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 Munich to Lausanne trains use the München Hbf to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Marienplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ratskeller, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge, Burger King
Wi-Fi is available at München Marienplatz. ATMs are available at München Marienplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München Marienplatz. Information desks are available at München Marienplatz.
Luggage storage is available at München Marienplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Marienplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Marienplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Marienplatz.
Nearby hotels include Unsöld's Factory Hotel, Hotel Domus, Hotel Mercure München Altstadt, Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude.
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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