The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lausanne
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
65
Distance
174 km
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lausanne will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 65 trains that leave Zurich for Lausanne on Mon, Jul 20, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 20 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Mon, Jul 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
IC 1 718 | 71812:32 PM2h17Zurich HB2:49 PMLausanne station€551One-way0 transfers
IR 35 2356 | 2356 · IC 5 510 | 5106:59 AM2h27Zurich Altstetten9:26 AMLausanne station€561One-way1 transfer
IC 1 718 | 71812:15 PM2h34Zürich Oerlikon2:49 PMLausanne station€571One-way0 transfers
S 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 71812:16 PM2h33Zürich Oerlikon2:49 PMLausanne station€581One-way1 transfer
S 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 1 718 | 71812:16 PM2h33Zurich Altstetten2:49 PMLausanne station€581One-way1 transfer
IC 1 710 | 7108:32 AM2h17Zurich HB10:49 AMLausanne station€611One-way0 transfers
IC 1 718 | 71812:32 PM2h17Zurich HB2:49 PMLausanne station€551One-way0 transfers
IC 1 706 | 7066:32 AM2h17Zurich HB8:49 AMLausanne station€601One-way0 transfers
IC 1 708 | 7087:32 AM2h17Zurich HB9:49 AMLausanne station€611One-way0 transfers
IC 1 714 | 71410:32 AM2h17Zurich HB12:49 PMLausanne station€591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €15. 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 bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €159.
Distance: 174 km
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€68 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €390 Average price |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 2508 | 6:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 8:20 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 508 | 508 | 6:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 8:26 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 8:49 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h33 | 8:49 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h33 | 8:49 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h17 | 8:49 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18523 | 18523 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 6:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 9:20 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h32 | 9:20 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 5 510 | 510 | 6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h38 | 9:26 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
9206 · 9269 | 6:58 AM Zurich HB | 8h41 | 3:39 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2356 | 2356 · IC 5 510 | 510 | 6:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 9:26 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 7:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 9:20 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 510 | 510 | 7:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 9:26 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 9:49 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18525 | 18525 · IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h33 | 9:49 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18925 | 18925 · IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h33 | 9:49 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h17 | 9:49 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18527 | 18527 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 7:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 10:20 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 5 512 | 512 | 7:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h38 | 10:26 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 7:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h32 | 10:20 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
IR 35 2358 | 2358 · IC 5 512 | 512 | 7:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 10:26 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 8:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 10:20 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 512 | 512 | 8:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 10:26 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 10:49 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h33 | 10:49 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h33 | 10:49 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h17 | 10:49 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 11:20 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h32 | 11:20 AM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h38 | 11:26 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 11:26 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 9:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 11:20 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 514 | 514 | 9:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 11:26 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 11:49 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h33 | 11:49 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h33 | 11:49 AM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h17 | 11:49 AM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 9:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 12:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h38 | 12:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h32 | 12:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 12:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 10:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 12:20 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 516 | 516 | 10:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 12:26 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 12:49 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h33 | 12:49 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h33 | 12:49 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h17 | 12:49 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18539 | 18539 · IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 10:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 1:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
IR 35 2364 | 2364 · IC 5 518 | 518 | 10:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 1:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 12:02 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 2:20 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 520 | 520 | 12:04 PM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 2:26 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 2:49 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h33 | 2:49 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h33 | 2:49 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:32 PM Zurich HB | 2h17 | 2:49 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18547 | 18547 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 12:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 3:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h38 | 3:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h32 | 3:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
IR 35 2368 | 2368 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 12:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h27 | 3:26 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 1:02 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 3:20 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 522 | 522 | 1:04 PM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 3:26 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 720 | 720 | 1:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 3:49 PM Lausanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h33 | 3:49 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18949 | 18949 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h33 | 3:49 PM Lausanne station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18551 | 18551 · IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 1:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h34 | 4:20 PM Lausanne station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Lausanne
Trains from Zurich to Lausanne run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
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.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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 €15. 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 Zurich to Lausanne
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Lausanne
Most Zurich to Lausanne trains use the Zürich HB to Lausanne station pair, with some services arriving at Lausanne-Flon, pl. de l'Europe. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Zurich station do trains to Lausanne leave from?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB 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: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services
Zürich Oerlikon 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: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
Zürich Altstetten 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: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Which Lausanne station do trains from Zurich arrive at?
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.
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