Zurich to Lausanne train with SBB

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2,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lausanne

Showing times and prices for 18 May

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

2 h 11 m

Average duration

2 h 11 m

Trains per day

178

Distance

174 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Lausanne will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

Of the 178 trains that leave Zurich for Lausanne every day 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.

  • SBBIR 35 2370 | 2370 · IC 5 524 | 524
    13:592h27
    Zurich Altstetten
    16:26Lausanne station
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 1 704 | 704
    5:192h24
    Zurich HB
    7:43Lausanne station
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 732 | 732
    19:322h11
    Zurich HB
    21:43Lausanne station
    £461One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 734 | 734
    20:322h11
    Zurich HB
    22:43Lausanne station
    £461One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIR 35 2384 | 2384 · IC 5 536 | 536
    19:592h27
    Zurich Altstetten
    22:26Lausanne station
    £461One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £146.

Distance: 174 km

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Coach
Flight

£63

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£357

Average Price

4h 2m

Average total duration

3h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 58m

Average total duration

2h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

53m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

SBB

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Zurich to Lausanne train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lausanne trains for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBS 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 81 10810 | 10810 · IR 15 2514 | 25148:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
11:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 5 10514 | 105148:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
11:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 1 10710 | 107108:19 Zurich HB
2h24
10:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19228 | 19228 · RE 12 4762 | 4762 · IC 6 963 | 963 · IR 15 2514 | 25148:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
11:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 12 19228 | 19228 · RE 12 4762 | 4762 · IC 5 10514 | 105148:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
11:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 6 18629 | 18629 · IC 81 10810 | 10810 · IR 15 2514 | 25148:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
11:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18831 | 18831 · IC 5 10514 | 105148:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
11:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 81 10810 | 10810 · IR 15 2514 | 25148:41 Zurich HB
2h39
11:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10514 | 105148:43 Zurich HB
2h43
11:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18733 | 18733 · IC 1 10712 | 107129:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
11:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19433 | 19433 · IC 1 10712 | 107129:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
11:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 5 10516 | 105169:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
12:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 8 10812 | 10812 · IR 15 2516 | 25169:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
12:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 1 10712 | 107129:19 Zurich HB
2h24
11:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19232 | 19232 · RE 12 4764 | 4764 · IC 5 10516 | 105169:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
12:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19232 | 19232 · RE 12 4764 | 4764 · IC 61 965 | 965 · IR 15 2516 | 25169:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
12:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18633 | 18633 · IC 8 10812 | 10812 · IR 15 2516 | 25169:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
12:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18835 | 18835 · IC 5 10516 | 105169:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
12:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 10812 | 10812 · IR 15 2516 | 25169:41 Zurich HB
2h39
12:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10516 | 105169:43 Zurich HB
2h43
12:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18737 | 18737 · IC 1 10714 | 1071410:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
12:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19437 | 19437 · IC 1 10714 | 1071410:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
12:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 81 10814 | 10814 · IR 15 2518 | 251810:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
13:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 5 10518 | 1051810:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
13:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 1 10714 | 1071410:19 Zurich HB
2h24
12:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19236 | 19236 · RE 12 4766 | 4766 · IC 5 10518 | 1051810:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
13:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19236 | 19236 · RE 12 4766 | 4766 · ICE 101 | 101 · IR 15 2518 | 251810:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
13:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18637 | 18637 · IC 81 10814 | 10814 · IR 15 2518 | 251810:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
13:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18839 | 18839 · IC 5 10518 | 1051810:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
13:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 81 10814 | 10814 · IR 15 2518 | 251810:41 Zurich HB
2h39
13:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10518 | 1051810:43 Zurich HB
2h43
13:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18741 | 18741 · IC 1 10900 | 1090011:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
13:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19441 | 19441 · IC 1 10900 | 1090011:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
13:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18541 | 18541 · IC 5 10520 | 1052011:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
14:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18541 | 18541 · IC 8 10816 | 10816 · IR 15 2520 | 252011:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
14:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 1 10900 | 1090011:19 Zurich HB
2h24
13:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19240 | 19240 · RE 12 4768 | 4768 · IC 5 10520 | 1052011:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
14:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19240 | 19240 · RE 12 4768 | 4768 · IC 61 969 | 969 · IR 15 2520 | 252011:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
14:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18641 | 18641 · IC 8 10816 | 10816 · IR 15 2520 | 252011:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
14:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18843 | 18843 · IC 5 10520 | 1052011:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
14:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 10816 | 10816 · IR 15 2520 | 252011:41 Zurich HB
2h39
14:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10520 | 1052011:43 Zurich HB
2h43
14:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18745 | 18745 · IC 1 10718 | 1071812:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
14:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19445 | 19445 · IC 1 10718 | 1071812:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
14:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 81 10818 | 10818 · IR 15 2522 | 252212:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
15:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 5 10522 | 1052212:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
15:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 1 10718 | 1071812:19 Zurich HB
2h24
14:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19244 | 19244 · RE 12 4770 | 4770 · IC 5 10522 | 1052212:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
15:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19244 | 19244 · RE 12 4770 | 4770 · IC 6 971 | 971 · IR 15 2522 | 252212:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
15:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18645 | 18645 · IC 81 10818 | 10818 · IR 15 2522 | 252212:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
15:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18847 | 18847 · IC 5 10522 | 1052212:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
15:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 81 10818 | 10818 · IR 15 2522 | 252212:41 Zurich HB
2h39
15:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10522 | 1052212:43 Zurich HB
2h43
15:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18749 | 18749 · IC 1 10902 | 1090213:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
15:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19449 | 19449 · IC 1 10902 | 1090213:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
15:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 8 10820 | 10820 · IR 15 2524 | 252413:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
16:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 5 10524 | 1052413:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
16:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 1 10902 | 1090213:19 Zurich HB
2h24
15:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19248 | 19248 · RE 12 4772 | 4772 · ICE 279 | 279 · IR 15 2524 | 252413:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
16:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 12 19248 | 19248 · RE 12 4772 | 4772 · IC 5 10524 | 1052413:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
16:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 6 18649 | 18649 · IC 8 10820 | 10820 · IR 15 2524 | 252413:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
16:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18851 | 18851 · IC 5 10524 | 1052413:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
16:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 10820 | 10820 · IR 15 2524 | 252413:41 Zurich HB
2h39
16:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10524 | 1052413:43 Zurich HB
2h43
16:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18753 | 18753 · IC 1 10722 | 1072214:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
16:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19453 | 19453 · IC 1 10722 | 1072214:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
16:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18553 | 18553 · IC 5 10526 | 1052614:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
17:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18553 | 18553 · IC 81 10822 | 10822 · IR 15 2526 | 252614:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
17:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 1 10722 | 1072214:19 Zurich HB
2h24
16:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19252 | 19252 · RE 12 4774 | 4774 · IC 5 10526 | 1052614:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
17:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19252 | 19252 · RE 12 4774 | 4774 · IC 6 975 | 975 · IR 15 2526 | 252614:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
17:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18653 | 18653 · IC 81 10822 | 10822 · IR 15 2526 | 252614:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
17:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18855 | 18855 · IC 5 10526 | 1052614:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
17:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 81 10822 | 10822 · IR 15 2526 | 252614:41 Zurich HB
2h39
17:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10526 | 1052614:43 Zurich HB
2h43
17:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18757 | 18757 · IC 1 10904 | 1090415:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
17:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19457 | 19457 · IC 1 10904 | 1090415:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
17:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18557 | 18557 · IC 5 10528 | 1052815:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
18:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18557 | 18557 · IC 8 10824 | 10824 · IR 15 2528 | 252815:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
18:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 1 10904 | 1090415:19 Zurich HB
2h24
17:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19256 | 19256 · RE 12 4776 | 4776 · IC 61 977 | 977 · IR 15 2528 | 252815:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
18:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 12 19256 | 19256 · RE 12 4776 | 4776 · IC 5 10528 | 1052815:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
18:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 6 18657 | 18657 · IC 8 10824 | 10824 · IR 15 2528 | 252815:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
18:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18859 | 18859 · IC 5 10528 | 1052815:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
18:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 10824 | 10824 · IR 15 2528 | 252815:41 Zurich HB
2h39
18:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10528 | 1052815:43 Zurich HB
2h43
18:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18761 | 18761 · IC 1 10726 | 1072616:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
18:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19461 | 19461 · IC 1 10726 | 1072616:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
18:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18561 | 18561 · IC 5 10530 | 1053016:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
19:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18561 | 18561 · IC 81 10826 | 10826 · IR 15 2530 | 253016:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
19:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 1 10726 | 1072616:19 Zurich HB
2h24
18:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19260 | 19260 · RE 12 4778 | 4778 · IC 5 10530 | 1053016:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
19:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19260 | 19260 · RE 12 4778 | 4778 · ICE 107 | 107 · IR 15 2530 | 253016:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
19:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18661 | 18661 · IC 81 10826 | 10826 · IR 15 2530 | 253016:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
19:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18863 | 18863 · IC 5 10530 | 1053016:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
19:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 81 10826 | 10826 · IR 15 2530 | 253016:41 Zurich HB
2h39
19:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10530 | 1053016:43 Zurich HB
2h43
19:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18765 | 18765 · IC 1 10906 | 1090617:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
19:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19465 | 19465 · IC 1 10906 | 1090617:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
19:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18565 | 18565 · IC 8 10828 | 10828 · IR 15 2532 | 253217:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
20:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 5 18565 | 18565 · IC 5 10532 | 1053217:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
20:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 1 10906 | 1090617:19 Zurich HB
2h24
19:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19264 | 19264 · RE 12 4780 | 4780 · IC 5 10532 | 1053217:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
20:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19264 | 19264 · RE 12 4780 | 4780 · IC 61 981 | 981 · IR 15 2532 | 253217:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
20:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18665 | 18665 · IC 8 10828 | 10828 · IR 15 2532 | 253217:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
20:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18867 | 18867 · IC 5 10532 | 1053217:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
20:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 10828 | 10828 · IR 15 2532 | 253217:41 Zurich HB
2h39
20:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10532 | 1053217:43 Zurich HB
2h43
20:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18769 | 18769 · IC 1 10730 | 1073018:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
20:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19469 | 19469 · IC 1 10730 | 1073018:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
20:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18569 | 18569 · IC 5 10534 | 1053418:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
21:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18569 | 18569 · IC 81 10830 | 10830 · IR 15 2534 | 253418:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
21:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 1 10730 | 1073018:19 Zurich HB
2h24
20:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19268 | 19268 · RE 12 4782 | 4782 · IC 5 10534 | 1053418:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
21:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19268 | 19268 · RE 12 4782 | 4782 · IC 6 983 | 983 · IR 15 2534 | 253418:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
21:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18669 | 18669 · IC 81 10830 | 10830 · IR 15 2534 | 253418:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
21:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18871 | 18871 · IC 5 10534 | 1053418:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
21:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 81 10830 | 10830 · IR 15 2534 | 253418:41 Zurich HB
2h39
21:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10534 | 1053418:43 Zurich HB
2h43
21:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18773 | 18773 · IC 1 10908 | 1090819:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
21:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19473 | 19473 · IC 1 10908 | 1090819:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
21:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18573 | 18573 · IC 5 10536 | 1053619:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
22:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18573 | 18573 · IC 8 10832 | 10832 · IR 15 2536 | 253619:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
22:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 1 10908 | 1090819:19 Zurich HB
2h24
21:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19272 | 19272 · RE 12 4784 | 4784 · IC 5 10536 | 1053619:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
22:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 12 19272 | 19272 · RE 12 4784 | 4784 · ICE 375 | 375 · IR 15 2536 | 253619:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
22:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 6 18673 | 18673 · IC 8 10832 | 10832 · IR 15 2536 | 253619:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
22:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18875 | 18875 · IC 5 10536 | 1053619:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
22:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 10832 | 10832 · IR 15 2536 | 253619:41 Zurich HB
2h39
22:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10536 | 1053619:43 Zurich HB
2h43
22:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 7 18777 | 18777 · IC 1 10734 | 1073420:03 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
22:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19477 | 19477 · IC 1 10734 | 1073420:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
22:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18577 | 18577 · IC 5 10538 | 1053820:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h10
23:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18577 | 18577 · IC 8 10834 | 10834 · IC 1490 | 149020:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h04
23:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 1 10734 | 1073420:19 Zurich HB
2h24
22:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 12 19276 | 19276 · RE 12 4786 | 4786 · IC 61 987 | 987 · IC 1490 | 149020:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h00
23:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBS 12 19276 | 19276 · RE 12 4786 | 4786 · IC 5 10538 | 1053820:20 Zurich Altstetten
3h06
23:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 6 18677 | 18677 · IC 8 10834 | 10834 · IC 1490 | 149020:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h59
23:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18879 | 18879 · IC 5 10538 | 1053820:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
23:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 10834 | 10834 · IC 1490 | 149020:41 Zurich HB
2h39
23:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 10538 | 1053820:43 Zurich HB
2h43
23:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3282 | 3282 · IR 15 2540 | 254020:45 Zürich Oerlikon
3h38
0:23 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIR 36 2088 | 2088 · IR 55 1788 | 1788 · IC 51 1640 | 164021:02 Zürich Oerlikon
2h54
23:56 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 7 18781 | 18781 · IC 1 10736 | 10736 · S 41 24586 | 2458621:03 Zürich Oerlikon
3h08
0:11 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIR 55 1788 | 1788 · IC 51 1640 | 164021:16 Zurich HB
2h40
23:56 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 1 10736 | 10736 · S 41 24586 | 2458621:19 Zurich HB
2h52
0:11 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 6 18681 | 18681 · IC 8 10836 | 10836 · IR 15 2540 | 254021:21 Zürich Oerlikon
3h02
0:23 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 8 18883 | 18883 · IC 5 540 | 54021:30 Zürich Oerlikon
2h56
0:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 10836 | 10836 · IR 15 2540 | 254021:41 Zurich HB
2h42
0:23 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 540 | 54021:43 Zurich HB
2h43
0:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3284 | 3284 · IR 15 2542 | 254221:45 Zürich Oerlikon
3h43
1:28 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 6 18685 | 18685 · IC 8 10838 | 10838 · IR 15 2542 | 254222:21 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
1:28 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 8 10838 | 10838 · IR 15 2542 | 254222:41 Zurich HB
2h47
1:28 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 6 18689 | 18689 · IC 8 842 | 842 · IR 15 2504 | 250423:21 Zürich Oerlikon
6h59
6:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 6 18690 | 18690 · S 29 8994 | 8994 · IR 17 2806 | 2806 · IR 15 2506 | 250623:39 Zürich Oerlikon
7h41
7:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBIC 8 842 | 842 · IR 15 2504 | 250423:41 Zurich HB
6h39
6:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 9 18991 | 18991 · IR 16 2194 | 2194 · S 29 8994 | 8994 · IR 17 2806 | 280623:46 Zürich Oerlikon
7h34
7:20 Lausanne station4 changes
SBBS 6 18691 | 18691 · IR 37 2290 | 2290 · S 3 17312 | 17312 · IC 51 506 | 50623:51 Zürich Oerlikon
7h35
7:26 Lausanne station3 changes
Monday 18 May
SBBIR 16 2194 | 2194 · S 29 8994 | 8994 · IR 17 2806 | 2806 · IR 15 2506 | 25060:03 Zurich HB
7h17
7:20 Lausanne station3 changes
SBBIR 37 2290 | 2290 · S 3 17312 | 17312 · IC 51 506 | 5060:08 Zurich HB
7h18
7:26 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 11 19116 | 19116 · IC 1 704 | 7045:05 Zurich Altstetten
2h38
7:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 14 19416 | 19416 · IC 1 704 | 7045:07 Zürich Oerlikon
2h36
7:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 1 704 | 7045:19 Zurich HB
2h24
7:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 5 508 | 5085:46 Zürich Oerlikon
2h40
8:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18519 | 18519 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 25085:46 Zurich Altstetten
2h34
8:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBS 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 25085:46 Zürich Oerlikon
2h34
8:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2354 | 2354 · IC 5 508 | 5085:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h27
8:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 25086:02 Zurich HB
2h18
8:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 508 | 5086:04 Zurich HB
2h22
8:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 706 | 7066:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h28
8:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 7066:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h27
8:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 7066:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h27
8:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 1 706 | 7066:32 Zurich HB
2h11
8:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 5 18523 | 18523 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 25106:46 Zurich Altstetten
2h34
9:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 25106:48 Zürich Oerlikon
2h32
9:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 5 510 | 5106:48 Zürich Oerlikon
2h38
9:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIR 35 2356 | 2356 · IC 5 510 | 5106:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h27
9:26 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 25107:02 Zurich HB
2h18
9:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 510 | 5107:04 Zurich HB
2h22
9:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 708 | 7087:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h28
9:43 Lausanne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 5 18525 | 18525 · IC 1 708 | 7087:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h27
9:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 9 18925 | 18925 · IC 1 708 | 7087:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h27
9:43 Lausanne station1 change
SBBS 5 18527 | 18527 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 25127:46 Zurich Altstetten
2h34
10:20 Lausanne station2 changes
SBBIC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 25128:02 Zurich HB
2h18
10:20 Lausanne station1 change
SBBIC 5 512 | 5128:04 Zurich HB
2h22
10:26 Lausanne station0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zurich to Lausanne?

The best time to book your train from Zurich to Lausanne is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Lausanne route.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Lausanne

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Trains from Zurich to Lausanne run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 11m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance
174 km
Average train duration
3h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
26
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
2h 11m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:54
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
42 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14

Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Lausanne trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Lausanne from £14. 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 Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£43
SBB frequency
25 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

SNCF | TGV Lyria

About
TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£101
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Zurich to Lausanne train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Lausanne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from Zurich to Lausanne covers a distance of 174 km and takes approximately 2h 11m. Trains run 26 per day.
The train distance from Zurich to Lausanne is 174 km.
The first train from Zurich to Lausanne leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Zurich to Lausanne departs at 23:54.
Trains from Zurich to Lausanne run approximately 26 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Zurich to Lausanne.
Yes, there is a direct train between Zurich and Lausanne. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
To get from Zurich to Lausanne, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Zurich to Lausanne.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Lausanne is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Lausanne station.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Lausanne is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Zurich to Lausanne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Zurich to Lausanne is scenic, offering views of the Swiss countryside, lush green landscapes, and glimpses of Lake Geneva as the train approaches Lausanne.
A day trip from Zurich to Lausanne is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 11m and the distance is 174 km. There are 24 trains per day.
In Lausanne, you can explore the vibrant Flon District with its trendy shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for breathtaking views of the mountains and vineyards. Visit the Lausanne Botanical Garden to see diverse plants, or take a wine tasting tour in the Lavaux vineyards. Attend a performance at the Lausanne Opera. Discover the Lausanne Cathedral, Olympic Museum, Collection de l'Art Brut, Ouchy Promenade, and Hermitage Foundation for art and cultural experiences.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Lausanne allows you to explore its key attractions, including the Olympic Museum, the Cathedral of Notre Dame, and the picturesque Ouchy waterfront.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Lausanne.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Lausanne

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Lausanne
The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Lausanne.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
26
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Au Premier
  • Brasserie Federal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
  • Hotel St. Gotthard
  • Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost CHF 12
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
  • Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
Public transport options for Zürich HB
  • Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Negishi Sushi Bar
  • Le Muh
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Courtyard Zurich North
  • Swissotel Zurich
  • Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 72 places, 60 places
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transport options for Zürich Oerlikon
  • Tram: Line 10, Line 11
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Markthalle
  • Restaurant LaSalle
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Placid Hotel Zurich
  • Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
  • H+ Hotel Zürich
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 240 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Zürich Altstetten
  • S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
  • Tram: Line 4
  • Bus: Several lines available

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