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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lausanne is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs SFr 50 - SFr 210 and takes 22h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lausanne is to train and fly which takes 6h 8m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Lausanne via London Victoria and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Lausanne via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lausanne?

The distance between Cardiff and Lausanne is 1004 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lausanne without a car is to train via Lille which takes 10h 42m and costs SFr 220 - SFr 800.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Cardiff to Lausanne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lausanne bus from?

Cardiff to Lausanne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lausanne train from?

Cardiff to Lausanne train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lausanne is to train via Lille which takes 10h 42m and costs SFr 220 - SFr 800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 220 and takes 21h 6m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lausanne bus arrive?

Cardiff to Lausanne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Lausanne?

Lausanne is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 11:49 AM in Cardiff and 12:49 PM in Lausanne.

Where does the Cardiff to Lausanne train arrive?

Cardiff to Lausanne train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lausanne?

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Cardiff to Lausanne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Lausanne by train, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Bristol Airport, fly, train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)BRS - GVA
3. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausanne
6h 8m
CHF 62–226
Bus via Kingsway GD
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Lausanne
22h 11m
CHF 51–206
Train via Lille
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv RoissyTgv
4. Take the train from Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy to LausanneTgv
10h 42m
CHF 229–791
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Lausanne479
21h 6m
CHF 59–211
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lausanne
11h 59m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)BHX - GVA
3. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausanne
7h 16m
CHF 91–304
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LHR - GVA
3. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausanne
7h 8m
CHF 141–385
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LTN - GVA
4. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausanne
7h 51m
CHF 117–336
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to LausanneTgv
11h 24m
CHF 177–605
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cardiff to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Lausanne
13h 1m
CHF 199–295

Cardiff to Lausanne by bus

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21h 6mAverage Duration

CHF 59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,003.7 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Lausanne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lausanne via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy in around 10h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Lausanne via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Paris, and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 21h 6m.

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