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

The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Lausanne is to bus which costs SFr 55 - SFr 90 and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to Lausanne is to fly and train which takes 5h 6m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct bus between Bordeaux and Lausanne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bordeaux and arriving at Lausanne. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bordeaux and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Bordeaux to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Bordeaux St Jean and arriving at Lausanne via Toulouse Matabiau, Lyon Part Dieu and Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to Lausanne?

The distance between Bordeaux and Lausanne is 629 km. The road distance is 715.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Lausanne without a car is to bus which takes 11h 5m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Bordeaux to Lausanne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Lausanne bus from?

Bordeaux to Lausanne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bordeaux station.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Lausanne train from?

Bordeaux to Lausanne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bordeaux St Jean station.

Train or bus from Bordeaux to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Lausanne is to bus which takes 11h 5m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 180 - SFr 290 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Bordeaux to Lausanne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bordeaux to Lausanne train arrive?

Bordeaux to Lausanne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Toulouse Matabiau station.

Can I drive from Bordeaux to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to Lausanne is 716 km. It takes approximately 7h 51m to drive from Bordeaux to Lausanne.

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

Book your Bordeaux to Lausanne train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Lausanne?

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

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

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Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane BOD - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausannetrain
5h 6m
CHF 56–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Lausannebus FlixBus N1149 / ...
11h 5m
CHF 55–90
Train
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Toulouse Matabiautrain
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
4. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain Ic1 / ...
11h 10m
CHF 183–289
Drive 715.7 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to Lausannecar 715.7 km
7h 51m
CHF 120–173
Fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, train
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BOD - LYS
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
3. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain
7h 1m
CHF 94–227
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Basel (BSL)plane BOD - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Lausannetrain
7h 22m
CHF 108–278
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BOD - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Lausannetrain
7h 13m
CHF 142–327
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Genevabus
3. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain Ic1 / ...
11h 40m
CHF 65–105

Bordeaux to Lausanne by bus

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Distance: 629.4 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Bordeaux, France and Lausanne, Switzerland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Bordeaux to Lausanne 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 55–90 and the journey takes 11h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bordeaux St Jean to Lausanne via Toulouse Matabiau, Lyon Part Dieu, and Genève in around 11h 10m.

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