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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Zurich

Showing times and prices for May 25

Cheapest price

€45

Average price

€69

Fastest journey

2 h 24 m

Average duration

2 h 24 m

Trains per day

110

Distance

174 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lausanne to Zurich will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.

Fast trains

Of the 110 trains that leave Lausanne for Zurich on Mon, May 25, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .

On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.

S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 10705 | 10705
4:49 AM2h52
Lausanne station
7:41 AMZurich HB
€451One-way
1 transfer
SN 13847 | 13847 · IR 15 2505 | 2505 · IC 8 805 | 805
2:46 AM4h30
Lausanne station
7:16 AMZurich HB
€481One-way
2 transfers
IC 5 10519 | 10519
10:34 AM2h39
Lausanne station
1:13 PMZurich HB
€501One-way
0 transfers
IC 5 10523 | 10523
12:34 PM2h39
Lausanne station
3:13 PMZurich HB
€501One-way
0 transfers
SN 13847 | 13847 · IR 15 2505 | 2505 · IC 8 805 | 805 · S 8 18824 | 18824
2:46 AM4h43
Lausanne station
7:29 AMZürich Oerlikon
€501One-way
3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Lausanne to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 49m. 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 bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €288.

Distance: 174 km

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€68 Average price	€15 Average price Cheapest	€421 Average price
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Live departures

Lausanne to Zurich train times

The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Zurich trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
IC 10901 \| 10901 · S 7 18730 \| 18730	6:17 AM Lausanne station	2h39	8:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 10901 \| 10901 · S 14 19430 \| 19430	6:17 AM Lausanne station	2h37	8:54 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 10901 \| 10901	6:17 AM Lausanne station	2h24	8:41 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10511 \| 10511	6:34 AM Lausanne station	2h39	9:13 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10511 \| 10511 · S 8 18832 \| 18832	6:34 AM Lausanne station	2h55	9:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10511 \| 10511 · RE 12 4763 \| 4763 · S 12 19235 \| 19235	6:34 AM Lausanne station	3h04	9:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 5 10511 \| 10511 · T 51 \| 8331	6:34 AM Lausanne station	3h03	9:37 AM Zurich	1 transfer
IR 15 2509 \| 2509 · IC 81 809 \| 809 · T 51 \| 8331	6:40 AM Lausanne station	2h57	9:37 AM Zurich	2 transfers
IR 15 2509 \| 2509 · IC 81 809 \| 809 · RE 12 4763 \| 4763 · S 12 19235 \| 19235	6:40 AM Lausanne station	2h58	9:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IR 15 2509 \| 2509 · IC 81 809 \| 809 · S 8 18832 \| 18832	6:40 AM Lausanne station	2h49	9:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IR 15 2509 \| 2509 · IC 81 809 \| 809	6:40 AM Lausanne station	2h36	9:16 AM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 1 10709 \| 10709 · S 7 18734 \| 18734	7:17 AM Lausanne station	2h39	9:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 1 10709 \| 10709	7:17 AM Lausanne station	2h24	9:41 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 10709 \| 10709 · S 14 19434 \| 19434	7:17 AM Lausanne station	2h37	9:54 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 5 10513 \| 10513 · S 8 18836 \| 18836	7:34 AM Lausanne station	2h55	10:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10513 \| 10513	7:34 AM Lausanne station	2h39	10:13 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10513 \| 10513 · RE 12 4765 \| 4765 · S 12 19239 \| 19239	7:34 AM Lausanne station	3h04	10:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 5 10513 \| 10513 · T 51 \| 10415	7:34 AM Lausanne station	3h03	10:37 AM Zurich	1 transfer
IR 15 2511 \| 2511 · IC 81 811 \| 811 · S 8 18836 \| 18836	7:40 AM Lausanne station	2h49	10:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IR 15 2511 \| 2511 · ICE 372 \| 372 · RE 12 4765 \| 4765 · S 12 19239 \| 19239	7:40 AM Lausanne station	2h58	10:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IR 15 2511 \| 2511 · IC 81 811 \| 811 · T 51 \| 10415	7:40 AM Lausanne station	2h57	10:37 AM Zurich	2 transfers
IR 15 2511 \| 2511 · IC 81 811 \| 811	7:40 AM Lausanne station	2h36	10:16 AM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 10903 \| 10903	8:17 AM Lausanne station	2h24	10:41 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 10903 \| 10903 · S 14 19438 \| 19438	8:17 AM Lausanne station	2h37	10:54 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 10903 \| 10903 · S 7 18738 \| 18738	8:17 AM Lausanne station	2h39	10:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10515 \| 10515 · S 8 18840 \| 18840	8:34 AM Lausanne station	2h55	11:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10515 \| 10515 · S 5 18542 \| 18542	8:34 AM Lausanne station	3h10	11:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 5 10515 \| 10515	8:34 AM Lausanne station	2h39	11:13 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10515 \| 10515 · RE 12 4767 \| 4767 · S 12 19243 \| 19243	8:34 AM Lausanne station	3h04	11:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IR 15 2513 \| 2513 · IC 8 813 \| 813 · RE 12 4767 \| 4767 · S 12 19243 \| 19243	8:40 AM Lausanne station	2h58	11:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IR 15 2513 \| 2513 · IC 8 813 \| 813 · S 5 18542 \| 18542	8:40 AM Lausanne station	3h04	11:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IR 15 2513 \| 2513 · IC 8 813 \| 813 · S 8 18840 \| 18840	8:40 AM Lausanne station	2h49	11:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IR 15 2513 \| 2513 · IC 8 813 \| 813	8:40 AM Lausanne station	2h36	11:16 AM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 1 10713 \| 10713	9:17 AM Lausanne station	2h24	11:41 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 1 10713 \| 10713 · S 7 18742 \| 18742	9:17 AM Lausanne station	2h39	11:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 1 10713 \| 10713 · S 14 19442 \| 19442	9:17 AM Lausanne station	2h37	11:54 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 5 10517 \| 10517	9:34 AM Lausanne station	2h39	12:13 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10517 \| 10517 · S 8 18844 \| 18844	9:34 AM Lausanne station	2h55	12:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10517 \| 10517 · RE 12 4769 \| 4769 · S 12 19247 \| 19247	9:34 AM Lausanne station	3h04	12:38 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 5 10517 \| 10517 · S 5 18546 \| 18546	9:34 AM Lausanne station	3h10	12:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IR 15 2515 \| 2515 · IC 81 815 \| 815 · S 8 18844 \| 18844	9:40 AM Lausanne station	2h49	12:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IR 15 2515 \| 2515 · IC 81 815 \| 815 · S 5 18546 \| 18546	9:40 AM Lausanne station	3h04	12:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IR 15 2515 \| 2515 · IC 81 815 \| 815	9:40 AM Lausanne station	2h36	12:16 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IR 15 2515 \| 2515 · IC 81 815 \| 815 · RE 12 4769 \| 4769 · S 12 19247 \| 19247	9:40 AM Lausanne station	2h58	12:38 PM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IC 10905 \| 10905 · S 7 18746 \| 18746	10:17 AM Lausanne station	2h39	12:56 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 10905 \| 10905	10:17 AM Lausanne station	2h24	12:41 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 10905 \| 10905 · S 14 19446 \| 19446	10:17 AM Lausanne station	2h37	12:54 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 5 10519 \| 10519 · S 8 18848 \| 18848	10:34 AM Lausanne station	2h55	1:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10519 \| 10519	10:34 AM Lausanne station	2h39	1:13 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10519 \| 10519 · S 5 18550 \| 18550	10:34 AM Lausanne station	3h10	1:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 5 10519 \| 10519 · RE 12 4771 \| 4771 · S 12 19251 \| 19251	10:34 AM Lausanne station	3h04	1:38 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IR 15 2517 \| 2517 · IC 8 817 \| 817 · S 8 18848 \| 18848	10:40 AM Lausanne station	2h49	1:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IR 15 2517 \| 2517 · IC 8 817 \| 817	10:40 AM Lausanne station	2h36	1:16 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IR 15 2517 \| 2517 · ICE 106 \| 106 · RE 12 4771 \| 4771 · S 12 19251 \| 19251	10:40 AM Lausanne station	2h58	1:38 PM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IR 15 2517 \| 2517 · IC 8 817 \| 817 · S 5 18550 \| 18550	10:40 AM Lausanne station	3h04	1:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 1 10717 \| 10717 · S 7 18750 \| 18750	11:17 AM Lausanne station	2h39	1:56 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 1 10717 \| 10717	11:17 AM Lausanne station	2h24	1:41 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10521 \| 10521 · S 8 18852 \| 18852	11:34 AM Lausanne station	2h55	2:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10521 \| 10521	11:34 AM Lausanne station	2h39	2:13 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IR 15 2519 \| 2519 · IC 81 819 \| 819 · S 8 18852 \| 18852	11:40 AM Lausanne station	2h49	2:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IR 15 2519 \| 2519 · IC 81 819 \| 819	11:40 AM Lausanne station	2h36	2:16 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 10907 \| 10907 · S 7 18754 \| 18754	12:17 PM Lausanne station	2h39	2:56 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 10907 \| 10907	12:17 PM Lausanne station	2h24	2:41 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 10907 \| 10907 · S 14 19454 \| 19454	12:17 PM Lausanne station	2h37	2:54 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
9268 · 9219	12:19 PM Lausanne station	8h43	9:02 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 5 10523 \| 10523 · S 8 18856 \| 18856	12:34 PM Lausanne station	2h55	3:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10523 \| 10523	12:34 PM Lausanne station	2h39	3:13 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10523 \| 10523 · RE 12 4775 \| 4775 · S 12 19259 \| 19259	12:34 PM Lausanne station	3h04	3:38 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 5 10523 \| 10523 · S 5 18558 \| 18558	12:34 PM Lausanne station	3h10	3:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IR 15 2521 \| 2521 · IC 8 821 \| 821	12:40 PM Lausanne station	2h36	3:16 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IR 15 2521 \| 2521 · IC 8 821 \| 821 · S 8 18856 \| 18856	12:40 PM Lausanne station	2h49	3:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IR 15 2521 \| 2521 · IC 61 972 \| 972 · RE 12 4775 \| 4775 · S 12 19259 \| 19259	12:40 PM Lausanne station	2h58	3:38 PM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IR 15 2521 \| 2521 · IC 8 821 \| 821 · S 5 18558 \| 18558	12:40 PM Lausanne station	3h04	3:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 1 10721 \| 10721 · S 7 18758 \| 18758	1:17 PM Lausanne station	2h39	3:56 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 1 10721 \| 10721	1:17 PM Lausanne station	2h24	3:41 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 5 10525 \| 10525 · S 8 18860 \| 18860	1:34 PM Lausanne station	2h55	4:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 5 10525 \| 10525	1:34 PM Lausanne station	2h39	4:13 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IR 15 2523 \| 2523 · IC 81 823 \| 823 · S 8 18860 \| 18860	1:40 PM Lausanne station	2h49	4:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
9270 · 9223	4:19 PM Lausanne station	6h41	11:00 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
Monday, May 25
RE N5 3591 \| 3591 · B M10 104 \| 104 · IR 2155 \| 2155	1:07 AM Lausanne station	4h26	5:33 AM Zurich HB	2 transfers
RE N5 3591 \| 3591 · B M10 104 \| 104 · IR 2155 \| 2155	1:07 AM Lausanne station	4h32	5:39 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
RE N5 3591 \| 3591 · B M10 104 \| 104 · IR 2155 \| 2155	1:07 AM Lausanne station	4h20	5:27 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IR 15 2503 \| 2503 · B N17 91705 \| 91705 · IR 35 30853 \| 30853 · RE 12 4757 \| 4757	2:04 AM Lausanne station	4h46	6:50 AM Zürich Oerlikon	4 transfers
IR 15 2503 \| 2503 · B N17 91705 \| 91705 · IR 35 30853 \| 30853 · RE 12 4757 \| 4757	2:04 AM Lausanne station	4h34	6:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	4 transfers
IR 15 2503 \| 2503 · B N17 91705 \| 91705 · IC 1 10703 \| 10703	2:04 AM Lausanne station	4h37	6:41 AM Zurich HB	2 transfers
IR 15 2503 \| 2503 · B N17 91705 \| 91705 · IC 1 10703 \| 10703 · S 7 18722 \| 18722	2:04 AM Lausanne station	4h52	6:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
IR 15 2503 \| 2503 · B N17 91705 \| 91705 · IC 1 10703 \| 10703 · S 14 19422 \| 19422	2:04 AM Lausanne station	4h50	6:54 AM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
SN 13847 \| 13847 · IR 15 2505 \| 2505 · IC 8 805 \| 805 · S 8 18824 \| 18824	2:46 AM Lausanne station	4h43	7:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
SN 13847 \| 13847 · IR 15 2505 \| 2505 · IC 8 805 \| 805 · T 51 \| 2869	2:46 AM Lausanne station	4h51	7:37 AM Zurich	3 transfers
SN 13847 \| 13847 · IR 15 2505 \| 2505 · IC 8 805 \| 805	2:46 AM Lausanne station	4h30	7:16 AM Zurich HB	2 transfers
SN 13847 \| 13847 · S 1 15117 \| 15117 · IC 8 805 \| 805 · RE 12 4759 \| 4759	2:46 AM Lausanne station	4h52	7:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	4 transfers
SN 13847 \| 13847 · IR 15 2505 \| 2505 · IC 8 805 \| 805 · RE 12 4759 \| 4759	2:46 AM Lausanne station	4h52	7:38 AM Zurich Altstetten	4 transfers
SN 13847 \| 13847 · S 1 15117 \| 15117 · IC 8 805 \| 805	2:46 AM Lausanne station	4h30	7:16 AM Zurich HB	2 transfers
SN 13847 \| 13847 · S 1 15117 \| 15117 · IC 8 805 \| 805 · S 8 18824 \| 18824	2:46 AM Lausanne station	4h43	7:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lausanne to Zurich?

The best time to book your train from Lausanne to Zurich is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lausanne to Zurich route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lausanne to Zurich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lausanne to Zurich.

Trains

from €51

Flights

from €132

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lausanne to Zurich

Switzerland

Trains from Lausanne to Zurich run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. 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

Bus from €15

Distance

174 km

Average train duration

4h 24m

Cheapest ticket price

€49

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 11m

First train

12:01 AM

Last train

11:57 PM

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €15

Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to Zurich trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Zurich 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 Duration

2h 11m

Cheapest Price

€49

SBB frequency

24 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

Learn more about SBB

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

Average Duration

6h 7m

Cheapest Price

€214

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

€110

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to Zurich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Lausanne to Zurich can start from as little as €49 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lausanne to Zurich is €68; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Lausanne to Zurich is 2h 11m to travel the 174 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Lausanne to Zurich leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Lausanne to Zurich leaves at 11:57 PM.

Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Lausanne to Zurich with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Lausanne to Zurich. You can choose between SNCF | TGV Lyria. SNCF | TGV Lyria trains take around 6h 7m

When taking a train from Lausanne to Zurich, you can count on SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) for the best way to get you to Zurich. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Lausanne and Zurich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Zurich from Lausanne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 11m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Lausanne to Zurich is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lausanne and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lausanne to Zurich

Lausanne

Zurich

The major train station for departures in Lausanne is Lausanne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lausanne for your trip from Lausanne to Zurich.

Lausanne

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Place de la Gare 5, 1003 Lausanne, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 51 225 78 00

Ticket Office Hours

6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.

Dining

Cafe du Grutli
Le Chalet Suisse

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Ramps.

CHF 1

Hotel

Beau-Rivage Palace
Lausanne Palace
Hotel Continental

Lounge

Located in the main hall

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

440 places, covered

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
Hall 2: Metro connections

Public transit options for Lausanne

Metro: Line M2
Bus: Several lines available
Tram: Line T1

Lausanne-Flon, pl. de l'Europe Accessibility

Amenities at train station

Accessibility

information

Address

Rue du Pont, 1003 Lausanne, Switzerland

Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

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The major train station for arrivals in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your journey to Zurich from Lausanne.

Zürich HB

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Shower

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 51 220 11 11

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.

Dining

Restaurant Au Premier
Brasserie Federal

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

CHF 2

Hotel

Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
Hotel St. Gotthard
Central Plaza Hotel

Shower

Cost CHF 12

Lounge

Located in the main hall

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

1,300 places, mostly covered

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

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 transit 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

Zürich Oerlikon Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Oerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 900 300 300

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

5 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.

Dining

Negishi Sushi Bar
Le Muh

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

CHF 2

Hotel

Courtyard Zurich North
Swissotel Zurich
Hotel Sternen Oerlikon

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

72 places, 60 places

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

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 transit 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

Zürich Altstetten Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, Switzerland

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

5 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.

Dining

Restaurant Markthalle
Restaurant LaSalle

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators.

CHF 1

Hotel

Placid Hotel Zurich
Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
H+ Hotel Zürich

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

240 places, covered

Car Rental

Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

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 transit options for Zürich Altstetten

S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
Tram: Line 4
Bus: Several lines available

Zürich Stadelhofen Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 900 300 300

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.

Dining

Outback Lodge
Tibits

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Ramps, restrooms.

CHF 2

Hotel

Hotel Opera Zurich
Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
Hotel Seehof

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

1000 places, covered

Car Rental

Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains

Public transit options for Zürich Stadelhofen

Tram: Line 11, Line 15
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16

Zürich Hardbrücke Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Hardplatz, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 51 225 78 00

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

3 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

Parking available nearby with several parking options

Dining

Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
Les Halles

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Ramps, restrooms.

CHF 1

Hotel

25hours Hotel Zürich West
Sheraton Zürich Hotel
Novotel Zurich City West

Bike Parking

800 places, covered

Information Desk

Located on the main concourse

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for S-Bahn and regional trains

Public transit options for Zürich Hardbrücke

Tram: Line 4, Line 8
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24

Zürich, Altstetterplatz Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

8048 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

5 km

Zürich Manegg Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Manegg railway station, Zurich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

3 km

Number of platforms

Parking

Parking is available near the station, typically used by commuters.

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps.

Hotel

MEININGER Hotel Zürich Greencity
Hotel Uto Kulm

Bike Parking

56 places, covered

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

The station is a small suburban station with basic facilities, primarily serving the Sihltal line.

Public transit options for Zürich Manegg

S-Bahn: S4
Bus: Several local bus lines available

Zürich Tiefenbrunnen Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

8008 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

2 km

Zürich Giesshübel Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

8045 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

2 km

Zürich Selnau Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

1 km

Zürich Affoltern Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

8046 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

6 km

Zürich Brunau Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

8002 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

2 km

Zürich, Schaffhauserstrasse (Oerlikon Bahnhof Ost) Accessibility

Amenities at train station

Accessibility

information

Address

Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 848 446 688

Distance to city center

5 km

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