What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Lausanne?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Lausanne is to bus which costs SFr 65 - SFr 110 and takes 12h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona to Lausanne?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Lausanne is to fly and train which takes 5h 13m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arriving at Lausanne via Geneva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Lausanne via Lyon Part Dieu and Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Lausanne?

The distance between Barcelona and Lausanne is 880 km. The road distance is 812.7 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona to Lausanne without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Lausanne without a car is to train which takes 8h 38m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 190.

How long does it take to get from Barcelona to Lausanne?

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Barcelona to Lausanne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Lausanne bus from?

Barcelona to Lausanne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Lausanne train from?

Barcelona to Lausanne train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train or bus from Barcelona to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Lausanne is to train which takes 8h 38m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 110 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Barcelona to Lausanne bus arrive?

Barcelona to Lausanne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva station.

Where does the Barcelona to Lausanne train arrive?

Barcelona to Lausanne train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Lausanne is 813 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Barcelona to Lausanne.

How do I get a train ticket from Barcelona to Lausanne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barcelona to Lausanne?

Book your Barcelona to Lausanne bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lausanne?

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Barcelona to Lausanne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Barcelona to Lausanne by train (Renfe, TGV), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
3. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain Ic1 / ...
8h 38m
CHF 121–182
Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane BCN - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausannetrain
5h 13m
CHF 49–199
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain Re33 / ...
11h 19m
CHF 77–123
Drive 812.7 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Lausannecar 812.7 km
7h 58m
CHF 156–226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Genevabus N7788
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Lausannebus 144 / ...
12h 10m
CHF 68–104
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BCN - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Lausannetrain
7h 10m
CHF 112–284
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Basel (BSL)plane BCN - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Lausannetrain
7h 34m
CHF 88–250
Fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, train
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BCN - LYS
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
3. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain
8h 8m
CHF 93–283

Barcelona to Lausanne by train

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Distance: 879.7 km
Duration: 8h 38m

What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Lausanne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Barcelona-Sants to Lausanne via Lyon Part Dieu and Genève in around 8h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Lausanne via Geneva in around 12h 10m.

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