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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Lausanne
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Lausanne will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bern for Lausanne on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bern to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €48.
Distance: 79 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€31 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bern to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Lausanne trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 7:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h16 | 8:20 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 2 3810 | 3810 · S 40 24618 | 24618 | 7:09 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 8:39 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h09 | 8:43 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h16 | 9:20 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 2 3812 | 3812 · S 40 24622 | 24622 | 8:09 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h30 | 9:39 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Lausanne
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Trains from Bern to Lausanne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: SBB, BLS AG, Service d'automobiles TPF, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Bern to Lausanne trainsSBB, BLS AG, Service d'automobiles TPF, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Lausanne from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bern to Lausanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern 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.
When departing from Bern, you have various train station options to start your route from including Bern, Hauptbahnhof, Bern Wankdorf and Bern, Schanzenstrasse. When arriving in Lausanne, you can end your trip in train stations like Lausanne, Lausanne-Flon and Lausanne-Ouchy.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bern, Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lausanne, located 0.4 miles (646 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Lausanne
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalAccessibilityAccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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