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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Lausanne is to bus which costs SFr 75 - SFr 120 and takes 13h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Lausanne is to fly and train which takes 5h 5m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 320.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Lausanne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna Erdberg and arriving at Lausanne. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Lausanne via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 33m.

How far is it from Vienna to Lausanne?

The distance between Vienna and Lausanne is 904 km. The road distance is 910.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Lausanne without a car is to train which takes 10h 33m and costs SFr 170 - SFr 270.

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

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

Where do I catch the Vienna to Lausanne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vienna to Lausanne train from?

Vienna to Lausanne train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Vienna to Lausanne is to train which takes 10h 33m and costs SFr 170 - SFr 270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 120 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Vienna to Lausanne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Lausanne train arrive?

Vienna to Lausanne train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Lausanne is 910 km. It takes approximately 9h 20m to drive from Vienna to Lausanne.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Lausanne?

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There are 7 ways to get from Vienna to Lausanne by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane VIE - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausannetrain
5h 5m
CHF 106–313
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna Erdberg to Lausannebus FlixBus N882 / ...
13h 35m
CHF 75–120
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lausannetrain Ic5 / ...
10h 33m
CHF 172–262
Drive 910.1 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Lausannecar 910.1 km
9h 20m
CHF 152–220
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Lausannetrain
6h 37m
CHF 164–373
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Basel (BSL)plane VIE - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Lausannetrain
7h 1m
CHF 135–379
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Bregenztrain 730 / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse to Lausanne Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
13h 3m
CHF 152–250

Vienna to Lausanne by train

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Distance: 903.8 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Lausanne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Wien Hbf to Lausanne via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 10h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna Erdberg to Lausanne 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 75–120 and the journey takes 13h 35m.

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