What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne is to drive which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne?

The fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Lake Lucerne and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Luzern and arriving at Lausanne via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne?

The distance between Lake Lucerne and Lausanne is 206 km. The road distance is 172.7 km.

How do I travel from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 220.

How long does it take to get from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Lucerne to Lausanne train from?

Lake Lucerne to Lausanne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Luzern station.

Where does the Lake Lucerne to Lausanne train arrive?

Lake Lucerne to Lausanne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Lucerne to Lausanne is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne.

Where can I stay near Lausanne?

There are 1321+ hotels available in Lausanne.

Lake Lucerne to Lausanne - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Lucerne to Lausanne by train, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Luzern to Lausannetrain Ir15 / ...
3h 2m
CHF 68–214
Drive 172.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lucerne to Lausannecar 172.7 km
2h 49m
CHF 28–41
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
3. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausannetrain
4h 13m
CHF 124–343

Lake Lucerne to Lausanne by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 206.3 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Lake Lucerne, Switzerland and Lausanne, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Luzern to Lausanne hourly. Tickets cost CHF 65–210 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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