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

The cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Vienna is to bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 13h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lausanne to Vienna is to train and fly which takes 5h 6m and costs €90 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Lausanne and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lausanne and arriving at Vienna Erdberg. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Lausanne and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Wien Hbf via Zuerich Hb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

How far is it from Lausanne to Vienna?

The distance between Lausanne and Vienna is 904 km. The road distance is 907.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lausanne to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 11h 14m and costs €150 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Lausanne to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Vienna train from?

Lausanne to Vienna train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lausanne station.

Train or bus from Lausanne to Vienna?

The best way to get from Lausanne to Vienna is to train which takes 11h 14m and costs €150 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 13h 25m.

Where does the Lausanne to Vienna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lausanne to Vienna train arrive?

Lausanne to Vienna train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lausanne to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Vienna is 907 km. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Lausanne to Vienna.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Vienna?

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Lausanne to Vienna - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Lausanne to Vienna by train, plane, bus, or car

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 Geneva International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Genève-Aéroporttrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane GVA - VIE
5h 6m
€91–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Vienna Erdbergbus FlixBus N882 / ...
13h 25m
€45–75
Train
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
11h 14m
€150–239
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Salzburg Hbfbus
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
12h 50m
Drive 907.5 km
1. Drive from Lausanne to Viennacar 907.5 km
9h 19m
€155–223
Train to Basel, fly
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BSL - VIE
6h 34m
€110–303
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ZRH - VIE
6h 23m
€141–300
Train to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Rorschachtrain
2. Fly from Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ACH - VIE
7h 44m
€341–644

Lausanne to Vienna by train

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11h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 903.5 km
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Lausanne to Wien Hbf via Zürich HB and Zuerich Hb in around 11h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lausanne to Vienna Erdberg twice daily. Tickets cost €45–75 and the journey takes 13h 25m.

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