There are 5 ways to get from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche by train, bus or car
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Recommended option
Train via Dijon
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Take the train from Lausanne to Dijon Ville
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Take the train from Dijon to Senozan
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Lausanne P+R to Lyon Perrache
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Take the bus from Lyon-Part-Dieu Gare Routière to Mâcon
3 alternative options
Train
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Take the train from Lausanne to Bourg En Bresse
Train #2
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Take the train from Lausanne to Geneve
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Take the train from Geneve to Macon Loche Tgv
Drive
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Drive from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche
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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche is 800 130 000.
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Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche is to drive, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 9m.
The quickest way to get from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche is to drive which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 9m.
No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Senozan via Dijon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
The distance between Lausanne and Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche is 137 km. The road distance is 215.3 km.
The best way to get from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche without a car is to train via Dijon which takes 4h 21m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 130.
It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche, including transfers.
Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lausanne station.
The best way to get from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche is to train via Dijon which takes 4h 21m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 70 and takes 7h 25m.
Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Senozan station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche.

- Distance: 136.9 km
- Duration: 4h 21m
What companies run services between Lausanne, Switzerland and Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche, France?
You can take a train from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche via Dijon Ville and Dijon in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lausanne to Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche via Lyon Perrache, Lyon Perrache, Lyon Part Dieu, Lyon-Part-Dieu Gare Routière, Mâcon, and Mâcon in around 7h 25m.

France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Lausanne to Dijon Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 1m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €50
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €50
- 1st Class
- €40 - €50
Train from Lausanne to Bourg En Bresse
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 3m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €45
- 1st Class
- €35 - €45
Train from Lausanne to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €20 - €35
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €27 - €31
- 1st Class
- €20 - €24
Train from Geneve to Macon Loche Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 11m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €36 - €42
- 1st Class
- €30 - €40

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Dijon to Senozan
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €70
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Lausanne to Bourg-en-Bresse
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 19m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €50 - €90
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Lausanne to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 49 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €24 - €45
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Lausanne to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €21 - €60
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- €21 - €28
- 1st Class
- €40 - €60

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Lausanne P+R to Lyon Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €12 - €16
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus from Lausanne, Gare Routière to Lyon Gare Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €6 - €10
- Website
- Union Ivkoni

- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Lausanne, Gare Routière to Lyon Perrache SNCF Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- RegioJet

- info@postauto.ch
- Website
- postauto.ch
Bus from Lyon-Part-Dieu Gare Routière to Mâcon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- Swiss PostAuto
- Schedules at
- SBB
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