The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Geneva
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
96
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Geneva will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 96 trains that leave Lausanne for Geneva on Mon, Aug 24, 94 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 39 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.
IR 95 1722 | 17223:49 PM0h46Lausanne station4:35 PMGeneva station€141One-way0 transfers
IC 1 728 | 7287:46 PM0h39Lausanne station8:25 PMGeneva station€141One-way0 transfers
IR 95 1730 | 17307:49 PM0h46Lausanne station8:35 PMGeneva station€141One-way0 transfers
IC 1 716 | 7161:46 PM0h39Lausanne station2:25 PMGeneva station€141One-way0 transfers
IR 15 2520 | 25202:23 PM0h42Lausanne station3:05 PMGeneva station€141One-way0 transfers
IR 90 1816 | 181612:16 PM0h39Lausanne station12:55 PMGeneva station€161One-way0 transfers
IC 1 714 | 71412:46 PM0h39Lausanne station1:25 PMGeneva station€141One-way0 transfers
IR 90 1818 | 18181:16 PM0h39Lausanne station1:55 PMGeneva station€151One-way0 transfers
IC 1 716 | 7161:46 PM0h39Lausanne station2:25 PMGeneva station€141One-way0 transfers
IR 90 1820 | 18202:16 PM0h39Lausanne station2:55 PMGeneva station€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Lausanne to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a ferry costs an average of €60.
Distance: 51 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price | €60 Average price |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Geneva trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 33 18400 | 18400 | 2:50 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 3:41 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE N1 744 | 744 | 3:24 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 4:15 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18402 | 18402 | 3:50 AM Lausanne station | 0h52 | 4:42 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18404 | 18404 | 4:48 AM Lausanne station | 0h55 | 5:43 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18450 | 18450 | 5:30 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 6:21 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18406 | 18406 | 6:00 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 6:51 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 1804 | 1804 | 6:16 AM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 6:59 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18452 | 18452 | 6:30 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 7:21 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 702 | 702 | 6:46 AM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 7:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18408 | 18408 | 7:00 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 7:51 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1806 | 1806 | 7:16 AM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 7:59 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18454 | 18454 | 7:30 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 8:21 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 704 | 704 | 7:46 AM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 8:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18410 | 18410 | 8:00 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 8:51 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1808 | 1808 | 8:16 AM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 8:59 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18456 | 18456 | 8:30 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 9:21 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 706 | 706 | 8:46 AM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 9:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18412 | 18412 | 9:00 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 9:51 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1810 | 1810 | 9:16 AM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 9:59 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18458 | 18458 | 9:30 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 10:21 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 708 | 708 | 9:46 AM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 10:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18414 | 18414 | 10:00 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 10:51 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 10:16 AM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 10:59 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18460 | 18460 | 10:30 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 11:21 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 10:46 AM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 11:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18416 | 18416 | 11:00 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 11:51 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 11:16 AM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 11:59 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18462 | 18462 | 11:30 AM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 12:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 712 | 712 | 11:46 AM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 12:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18418 | 18418 | 12:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 12:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 12:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 12:59 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9268+ 9879+ 96520 | 12:19 PM Lausanne station | 7h21 | 7:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18464 | 18464 | 12:30 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 1:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 714 | 714 | 12:46 PM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 1:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18420 | 18420 | 1:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 1:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1818 | 1818 | 1:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 1:59 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18466 | 18466 | 1:30 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 2:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 900 | 900 | 1:46 PM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 2:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18422 | 18422 | 2:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 2:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 2:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 2:59 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18468 | 18468 | 2:30 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 3:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 718 | 718 | 2:46 PM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 3:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18424 | 18424 | 3:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 3:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1822 | 1822 | 3:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 3:59 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18470 | 18470 | 3:30 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 4:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 902 | 902 | 3:46 PM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 4:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18426 | 18426 | 4:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 4:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 4:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 4:59 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9270+ 891817+ 9789 | 4:19 PM Lausanne station | 7h17 | 11:36 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18472 | 18472 | 4:30 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 5:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 722 | 722 | 4:46 PM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 5:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18428 | 18428 | 5:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 5:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1826 | 1826 | 5:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 5:59 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18474 | 18474 | 5:30 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 6:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 904 | 904 | 5:46 PM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 6:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18430 | 18430 | 6:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 6:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1828 | 1828 | 6:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 6:59 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18476 | 18476 | 6:30 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 7:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 726 | 726 | 6:46 PM Lausanne station | 0h44 | 7:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18432 | 18432 | 7:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 7:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1830 | 1830 | 7:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h43 | 7:59 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18478 | 18478 | 7:30 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 8:21 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 906 | 906 | 7:46 PM Lausanne station | 0h39 | 8:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 95 1730 | 1730 | 7:49 PM Lausanne station | 0h46 | 8:35 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18434 | 18434 | 8:00 PM Lausanne station | 0h51 | 8:51 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1832 | 1832 | 8:16 PM Lausanne station | 0h39 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
RE 33 18442 | 18442 | 12:00 AM Lausanne station | 1h00 | 1:00 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18488 | 18488 | 12:30 AM Lausanne station | 0h52 | 1:22 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Geneva
Trains from Lausanne to Geneva run on average 13 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 37m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to Geneva trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Geneva from €14. 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 Lausanne to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lausanne to Geneva
Most Lausanne to Geneva trains use the Lausanne to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Lausanne and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lausanne station do trains to Geneva leave from?
Getting to Lausanne from Lausanne city centre
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.
Getting to Lausanne-Flon, pl. de l'Europe from Lausanne city centre
Lausanne-Flon, pl. de l'Europe train station facilities and services
Lausanne-Flon, pl. de l'Europe has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne-Flon, pl. de l'Europe.
Getting to Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique from Lausanne city centre
Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique is 1 km from Lausanne city centre. Public transport options include:
Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique train station facilities and services
Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique.
Which Geneva station do trains from Lausanne arrive at?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
Genève-Aéroport 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: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin train station facilities and services
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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