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Zurich to Lausanne buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Zurich and Lausanne takes 2h 56m and the fastest bus takes 2h 55m. The bus runs, on average, 5 times per week from Zurich to Lausanne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 56m
Duration
226 km
Distance
CHF 22
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Zurich to Lausanne bus times

Buses run 5 times a week between Zurich and Lausanne. The earliest departure is at 8:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Lausanne at 8:55 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    bus bus 3h • Direct
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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

  •  → 

    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    bus bus 2h 55m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Zurich to Lausanne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Zurich to Lausanne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 225.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Lausanne, Switzerland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lausanne 6 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 18–28 and the journey takes 3h 15m. RegioJet also services this route twice a week.

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