What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Canton of Vaud?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Canton of Vaud is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 26 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Canton of Vaud?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Canton of Vaud is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 220.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Canton of Vaud?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Canton of Vaud. However, there are services departing from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai and arriving at Lausanne, St-François via Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Canton of Vaud?

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

How far is it from Zurich to Canton of Vaud?

The distance between Zurich and Canton of Vaud is 218 km. The road distance is 213.1 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Canton of Vaud without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Canton of Vaud without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 220.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Canton of Vaud?

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

Where do I catch the Zurich to Canton of Vaud bus from?

Zurich to Canton of Vaud bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Canton of Vaud train from?

Zurich to Canton of Vaud train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Canton of Vaud?

The best way to get from Zurich to Canton of Vaud is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 26 and takes 3h 18m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 100 - SFr 310 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Zurich to Canton of Vaud bus arrive?

Zurich to Canton of Vaud bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lausanne Bus Station.

Where does the Zurich to Canton of Vaud train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Canton of Vaud?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Canton of Vaud is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Zurich to Canton of Vaud.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Canton of Vaud?

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Where can I stay near Canton of Vaud?

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Zurich to Canton of Vaud - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to Canton of Vaud by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lausannetrain Ic5 / ...
2h 22m
CHF 70–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lausanne Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 18m
CHF 19–25
Drive 213.1 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Lausannecar 213.1 km
2h 30m
CHF 35–50
Fly
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
2h 55m
CHF 108–310

Zurich to Canton of Vaud by train

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Distance: 218.2 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Canton of Vaud, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Lausanne every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 70–220 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lausanne Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 15–22 and the journey takes 3h.

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