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

The cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Zurich is to rideshare which costs SFr 9 - SFr 17 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lausanne to Zurich is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 100.

Is there a direct bus between Lausanne and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lausanne and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Lausanne and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lausanne and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Lausanne to Zurich?

The distance between Lausanne and Zurich is 218 km. The road distance is 213.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lausanne to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 100.

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

The train from Lausanne to Zürich HB takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Lausanne to Zurich?

The best way to get from Lausanne to Zurich is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 11 - SFr 25 and takes 3h.

Where does the Lausanne to Zurich bus arrive?

Lausanne to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Lausanne to Zurich train arrive?

Lausanne to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lausanne to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Zurich is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Lausanne to Zurich.

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

Book your Lausanne to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lausanne to Zurich bus tickets online with FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1257+ hotels available in Zurich.

Can I share a ride from Lausanne to Zurich?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lausanne and Zurich. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lausanne to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lausanne to Zurich by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2h 22m
CHF 65–100
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lausanne to Zurichrideshare 212.1 km
2h 44m
CHF 9–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Zurich Bus Stationbus 3909
3h
CHF 11–25
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Genève-Aéroporttrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3h 23m
CHF 124–335
Drive 213.3 km
1. Drive from Lausanne to Zurichcar 213.3 km
2h 31m
CHF 36–52

Lausanne to Zurich by train

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Distance: 218.2 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Lausanne, Switzerland and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lausanne to Zürich HB every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 65–100 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lausanne to Zurich Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 16–25 and the journey takes 3h. RegioJet also services this route twice a week.

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