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Trip Overview

The average train between Lausanne and France takes 13h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 55m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Lausanne to France. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 28m
Duration
479 km
Distance
€126
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Lausanne to France train times

Trains run twice a week between Lausanne and France. The earliest departure is at 12:19 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Lausanne is at 4:19 PM which arrives into France at 11:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Frasne and take an average of 13h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)TGV inOuiRATP Metro19h • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)TGV inOuiRATP Metro7h 55m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lausanne to France? 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.

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  • Distance: 478.9 km
  • Duration: 13h 28m

What companies run services between Lausanne, Switzerland and France?

You can take a train from Lausanne to Hôtel de Ville via Frasne, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Gare de Lyon in around 4h 51m.

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