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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Lausanne is to bus which costs SFr 20 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Lausanne is to fly and train which takes 5h 7m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Lausanne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Lausanne. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Lausanne via Lindau-Reutin and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Munich to Lausanne?

The distance between Munich and Lausanne is 565 km. The road distance is 510.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Lausanne without a car is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Munich to Lausanne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Lausanne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Munich to Lausanne train from?

Munich to Lausanne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Munich to Lausanne is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Munich to Lausanne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Munich to Lausanne train arrive?

Munich to Lausanne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Lausanne is 510 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Munich to Lausanne.

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

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

Book your Munich to Lausanne bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Lausanne?

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Munich to Lausanne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Munich to Lausanne by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof
2. Take the train from Lindau-Reutin to Zuerich HbEc
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to LausanneIc5 / ...
7h 47m
CHF 92–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to LausanneN106 / ...
8h 15m
CHF 20–60
Drive 510.3 km
1. Drive from Munich to Lausanne510.3 km
5h 25m
CHF 82–118
Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)MUC - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausanne
5h 7m
CHF 100–251
Bus via Munich Airport Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Munich Airport Terminal 2 to Lausanne Bus StationRegioJet 95
9h 23m
CHF 39–57
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MUC - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Lausanne
5h 33m
CHF 134–312
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)MUC - BSL
2. Take the train from Olten to Lausanne
5h 48m
CHF 137–321

Munich to Lausanne by train

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7h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 564.7 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Lausanne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from München Hbf to Lausanne via Lindau-Reutin, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Lausanne 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 23–50 and the journey takes 8h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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