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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Lausanne Station is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 26 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Lausanne Station is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Lausanne Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Lausanne Station. However, there are services departing from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai and arriving at Lausanne, gare via Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Lausanne Station?

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 Lausanne Station?

The distance between Zurich and Lausanne Station is 218 km. The road distance is 213.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Lausanne Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 230.

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

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

Where do I catch the Zurich to Lausanne Station bus from?

Zurich to Lausanne Station bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Lausanne Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Lausanne Station?

The best way to get from Zurich to Lausanne Station is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 26 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Zurich to Lausanne Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zurich to Lausanne Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Lausanne Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Lausanne Station is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Zurich to Lausanne Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Lausanne Station?

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Zurich to Lausanne Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to Lausanne Station 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 70–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lausanne Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 26m
CHF 20–26
Drive 213.2 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Lausanne Stationcar 213.2 km
2h 29m
CHF 35–51
Fly, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausannetrain
3h 21m
CHF 121–342

Zurich to Lausanne Station by train and foot

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Distance: 218.3 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Lausanne every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 70–230 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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