There are 9 ways to get from Lausanne to Monaco by train, bus, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 7h 53m
Cheapest option
Bus • 11h 37m
7 alternative options
Train via Lyon • 9h 21m
Bus, train • 14h 1m
Drive • 5h 35m
Train to Geneva, fly to Nice • 5h 5m
Train to Zurich, fly to Nice • 6h 47m
Train, train to Basel, fly to Nice • 7h 13m
Train to Geneva, fly to Monaco • 4h 56m
Lausanne to Monaco by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Monaco is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 75 and takes 11h 37m.
The fastest way to get from Lausanne to Monaco is to train and fly which takes 4h 56m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 230.
No, there is no direct bus from Lausanne to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Villa paloma via Geneva and Aéroport Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.
No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Monaco Monte Carlo via Marseille-Saint-Charles and Nice Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.
The distance between Lausanne and Monaco is 776 km. The road distance is 530.2 km.
The best way to get from Lausanne to Monaco without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 230.
It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Lausanne to Monaco, including transfers.
Lausanne to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lausanne station.
Lausanne to Monaco train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lausanne station.
The best way to get from Lausanne to Monaco is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 75 and takes 11h 37m.
- Distance: 775.7 km
- Duration: 7h 53m
What companies run services between Lausanne, Switzerland and Monaco?
You can take a train from Lausanne to Monaco via Marseille St Charles, Marseille-Saint-Charles, Nice-Ville, and Nice Ville in around 7h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lausanne to Monaco via Geneva, Nice Airport, and Aéroport Terminal 1 in around 11h 37m.
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Geneva to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €190
Flights from Basel to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €250
- Website
- flexflight.dk
Flights from Geneva to Monaco via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 3m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €220
Flights from Geneva to Monaco via Zurich, Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €380
- Website
- monacair.mc
Flights from Geneva to Monaco via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 3m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €220
Flights from Geneva to Monaco via Zurich, Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €380
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Geneva to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €310
Flights from Zurich to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €170 - €550
Flights from Zurich to Nice via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €170 - €550
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Zurich to Nice via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €200 - €650
Flights from Basel to Nice via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €140 - €600
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Lausanne to Marseille St Charles
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €85 - €150
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €85 - €120
- 1st Class
- €110 - €150
Train from Marseille St Charles to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 27m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €40 - €80
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €55
- 1st Class
- €60 - €80
Train from Lausanne to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €18 - €45
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €18 - €24
- 1st Class
- €30 - €45
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 42m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €45
- 1st Class
- €50 - €65
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 49m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €85 - €150
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €85 - €120
- 1st Class
- €110 - €150
Train from Marseille-Saint-Charles to Nice-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 29m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Nice-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 22m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Marseille St Charles to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €35 - €85
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €55
- Rail 1st Class
- €55 - €85
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Lausanne to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €25 - €45
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 8m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €55 - €100
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Lausanne to Genève-Aéroport
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €26 - €50
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Lausanne to Zürich Flughafen
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 32m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €70 - €130
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Lausanne to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €35 - €65
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Bern to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €29 - €55
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- ufficiogruppi@trenitalia.it
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Lausanne to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €21 - €60
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 2nd Class
- €21 - €28
- 1st Class
- €40 - €60
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Torino Porta Nuova to Ventimiglia
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 12m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €19 - €35
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €30 - €33
Frequently asked questions
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Lausanne to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Geneva to Nice Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Lausanne to Geneva - Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €10 - €15
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- Phone
- +420 222 222 221
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Lausanne Bus Station to Geneva Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €3 - €5
- Website
- https://regiojet.com/
- Phone
- +39 0827 34 117
- info@gruppodimaio.it
- Website
- gruppodimaio.it
Bus from Losanna Renens to Turin Corso Vittorio Emanuele II
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Schedules at
- gruppodimaio.it
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Lausanne to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nice Airport station.
Lausanne to Monaco train services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Nice-Ville station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Monaco is 530 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Lausanne to Monaco.
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