- Must visit
The Olympic Museum
Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Trains from Uster to Lausanne run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 184 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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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
The most popular day trips by train from Lausanne are Geneva, Montreux, Vevey, Bern and Fribourg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lausanne on Omio.

Geneva is known for diplomacy, watchmaking and its setting on Lake Geneva. It feels international yet compact, with elegant streets, a historic old town and strong French influence.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 32m.

Montreux sits on Lake Geneva, known for its mild climate, Belle Époque buildings and the Montreux Jazz Festival. With vineyards above the shore and the Alps behind, it feels elegant, relaxed and closely tied to music history.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 18m.

Vevey is a lakeside town on Lake Geneva known for Nestlé, Charlie Chaplin and the nearby Lavaux vineyards. With a palm-lined promenade, Alpine views and a relaxed cultural feel, it is gentler in pace than larger Swiss Riviera neighbours.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 14m.

Bern is Switzerland’s capital, known for its sandstone Old City, arcades and the Aare around its centre. It combines medieval character with a calm, everyday feel and a strong link to Albert Einstein.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 9m.

Fribourg is known for its medieval old town, perched above the Sarine, and the Gothic Cathedral of St Nicholas. Its bilingual French and German culture gives the city a distinctive character within Switzerland.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 45m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Uster 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 Uster to Lausanne trains use the Uster to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Uster and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Uster has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Ochsen, Restaurant Krone Uster
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Uster. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Uster. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Uster: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Uster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uster: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Illuster, Hotel Residence Loren, Hotel Restaurant Ochsen.
Nänikon-Greifensee is 3 km from Uster city centre. Public transport options include:
Nänikon-Greifensee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Nänikon-Greifensee.
ATMs are available at Nänikon-Greifensee.
Available at Nänikon-Greifensee: Parking, WC.
Available at Nänikon-Greifensee: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nänikon-Greifensee.
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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