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The cheapest and fastest trains from Neuchâtel to Lausanne
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £19
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £26
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 47 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 47 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 21
- Distance
- 58 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Neuchâtel to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Neuchâtel to Lausanne will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 21 trains from Neuchâtel to Lausanne, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.
IC 5 512 | 5129:39 0h47 Neuchatel 10:26 Lausanne station £19 1 One-way 0 changes- B 106 | 97029 · IC 5 512 | 512
9:32 0h54 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré 10:26 Lausanne station £19 1 One-way 1 change - IC 5 510 | 510
8:39 0h47 Neuchatel 9:26 Lausanne station £19 1 One-way 0 changes - B 106 | 97017 · IC 5 510 | 510
8:32 0h54 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré 9:26 Lausanne station £20 1 One-way 1 change - IC 51 1610 | 1610
8:09 0h47 Neuchatel 8:56 Lausanne station £20 1 One-way 0 changes
- IC 5 510 | 510
8:39 0h47 Neuchatel 9:26 Lausanne station £19 1 One-way 0 changes - IC 5 512 | 512
9:39 0h47 Neuchatel 10:26 Lausanne station £19 1 One-way 0 changes - IC 51 1612 | 1612
9:09 0h47 Neuchatel 9:56 Lausanne station £25 1 One-way 0 changes - IC 51 1610 | 1610
8:09 0h47 Neuchatel 8:56 Lausanne station £20 1 One-way 0 changes - IC 51 1608 | 1608
7:09 0h47 Neuchatel 7:56 Lausanne station £24 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Neuchâtel to Lausanne
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Neuchâtel to Lausanne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 44m.
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
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Neuchâtel to Lausanne trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Neuchâtel to Lausanne.
The cost of a train ticket from Neuchâtel to Lausanne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Neuchâtel to Lausanne covers a distance of 58 km and takes approximately 44m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Neuchâtel to Lausanne is 58 km.
The first train from Neuchâtel to Lausanne leaves at 0:04.
The last train from Neuchâtel to Lausanne departs at 23:52.
Trains from Neuchâtel to Lausanne run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Neuchâtel and Lausanne. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by SBB.
Live departures
Neuchâtel to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Neuchâtel to Lausanne trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 51 1610 | 1610 | 8:09 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 8:56 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 107 | 96515 · IC 5 510 | 510 | 8:30 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h56 | 9:26 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 510 | 510 | 8:39 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 9:26 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 109 | 94521 · IC 51 1612 | 1612 | 9:00 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h56 | 9:56 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 51 1612 | 1612 | 9:09 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 9:56 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 107 | 96521 · IC 5 512 | 512 | 9:31 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h55 | 10:26 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 512 | 512 | 9:39 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 10:26 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 109 | 94527 · IC 51 1614 | 1614 | 10:00 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h56 | 10:56 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 51 1614 | 1614 | 10:09 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 10:56 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 107 | 96525 · IR 57 1662 | 1662 · R 2 24237 | 24237 | 10:11 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 1h11 | 11:22 Lausanne station | 2 changes | |
| IR 57 1662 | 1662 · R 2 24237 | 24237 | 10:18 Neuchatel | 1h04 | 11:22 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| B 107 | 96527 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 10:31 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h55 | 11:26 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 | 10:39 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 11:26 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 109 | 94533 · IC 51 1616 | 1616 | 11:00 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h56 | 11:56 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 51 1616 | 1616 | 11:09 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 11:56 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 107 | 96533 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 11:31 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h55 | 12:26 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 | 11:39 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 12:26 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 109 | 94539 · IC 51 1618 | 1618 | 12:00 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h56 | 12:56 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
 18124+ 9269 | 12:06 Neuchatel | 3h33 | 15:39 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 51 1618 | 1618 | 12:09 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 12:56 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 107 | 96539 · IC 5 518 | 518 | 12:31 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h55 | 13:26 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 518 | 518 | 12:39 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 13:26 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 109 | 94545 · IC 51 1620 | 1620 | 13:00 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h56 | 13:56 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 51 1620 | 1620 | 13:09 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 13:56 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 107 | 96545 · IC 5 520 | 520 | 13:31 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h55 | 14:26 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 520 | 520 | 13:39 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 14:26 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 109 | 94551 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 | 14:00 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h56 | 14:56 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 51 1622 | 1622 | 14:09 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 14:56 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 107 | 96551 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 14:31 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h55 | 15:26 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 522 | 522 | 14:39 Neuchatel | 0h47 | 15:26 Lausanne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 109 | 94557 · IC 51 1624 | 1624 | 15:00 Neuchâtel, St-Honoré | 0h56 | 15:56 Lausanne station | 1 change | |
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Train companies: SBB, TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Neuchâtel to Lausanne trainsSBB, TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Neuchâtel and Lausanne from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
44m
Cheapest SBB Price
£15
SBB frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 Price
£47
TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 frequency
1 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Neuchâtel and Lausanne
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Neuchâtel to Lausanne.
Yes, there is a night train from Neuchâtel to Lausanne.
Complete guide to Lausanne
Things to do in Lausanne
Discover the best of Lausanne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lausanne trip today.
- Recommended
Musée cantonal des Beaux-Arts
Fine arts museum in Plateforme 10 with Swiss and international works from the 18th century to today in a striking former station hall.
- Recommended
musée de l'Elysée
Photography museum in an elegant mansion, presenting changing exhibitions and a strong programme on visual culture and image-making.
- Must visit
Ouchy
Lakeside district with promenades, marina views, steamers and relaxed public spaces; ideal for a walk by Lake Geneva.
- Recommended
Place de la Palud
Historic old town square framed by civic buildings and steep lanes, often animated by markets and local city life.
- Recommended
Le Flon
Revitalised district of shops, bars, galleries and public spaces beneath the city centre, popular for modern urban atmosphere.
- Vegetarian
Fondue moitié-moitié
Melted cheese dish from nearby Alpine regions, traditionally served with bread. It is a social staple across Vaud and winter dining in Lausanne.
- Gluten-free
Papet vaudois
Potatoes baked with cream, garlic and cheese from the canton of Vaud. It is a comforting regional classic closely tied to local farmhouse cooking.
- Gluten-free
Papet vaudois
Leek and potato stew traditionally served with Vaud cabbage sausage. It is one of the canton’s signature dishes and a classic local speciality.
Anne-Sophie Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace
Elegant lakeside dining known for refined seasonal cuisine and a polished setting near Ouchy.
Café du Grutli
Traditional Swiss restaurant popular for fondue, raclette and hearty regional dishes in a warm chalet-style interior.
Brasserie de Montbenon
Historic brasserie serving Vaud classics, seafood and French-Swiss dishes in a lively Belle Époque room.
Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- CHF 30-50 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Official public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- CHF 3.00
- Day pass
- CHF 6.00
To the city centre
Lausanne station -> Place Saint-François, Lausanne
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- Grand Lausanne uses Mobilis zones 11 and 12. Buy the standard full-fare ticket for journeys within those urban zones.
- Tickets can be bought in the official tl app, at machines and via SBB channels. Check locally whether your chosen stop or machine supports contactless card payment.
FAQs: Neuchâtel to Lausanne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Neuchâtel 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.
Booking trains from Neuchâtel to Lausanne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Neuchâtel to Lausanne.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Neuchâtel and Lausanne
Most Neuchâtel to Lausanne trains use the Neuchatel to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Neuchâtel and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Neuchâtel
Arrival train stations in Lausanne
Which Neuchâtel station do trains to Lausanne leave from?
Trains from Neuchâtel to Lausanne leave from Neuchatel. The station is 1 km from Neuchâtel city centre at Place de la Gare 1, 2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
NeuchatelPlace de la Gare 1, 2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland+41 51 225 78 00
City-centre transport
Getting to Neuchatel from Neuchâtel city centre
Bus106, 107, 109, 421 · 1m · every ~28 min
109, 107, 106, 421 · 2m · every ~28 min
Neuchatel train station facilities and services
Neuchatel 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Jura, Brasserie Le Cardinal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Neuchatel. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Neuchatel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Neuchatel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Neuchatel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Neuchatel: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alpes et Lac, Beau-Rivage Hotel, Hotel Touring au Lac.
Which Lausanne station do trains from Neuchâtel arrive at?
Trains from Neuchâtel to Lausanne arrive at Lausanne. Lausanne is from Lausanne city centre.
LausannePlace de la Gare 5, 1003 Lausanne, Switzerland+41 51 225 78 00
City-centre transport
Getting to Lausanne from Lausanne city centre
Bus1, 2, 4, 8, 9 · 9m · £5 · every ~65 min
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.
Train stations for Neuchâtel to Lausanne
Check train stations information for Neuchâtel and Lausanne, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Neuchâtel that goes to Lausanne is Neuchatel, and it arrives at Lausanne.
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