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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Lausanne is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 110 and takes 13h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Lausanne is to fly and train which takes 5h 9m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 240.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Lausanne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Lausanne. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Lausanne via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

How far is it from Vienna to Lausanne?

The distance between Vienna and Lausanne is 903 km. The road distance is 908.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Lausanne without a car is to train which takes 10h 29m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Vienna to Lausanne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Lausanne bus from?

Vienna to Lausanne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Lausanne train from?

Vienna to Lausanne train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Vienna to Lausanne is to train which takes 10h 29m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 110 and takes 13h 25m.

Where does the Vienna to Lausanne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Lausanne train arrive?

Vienna to Lausanne train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Lausanne is 908 km. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Vienna to Lausanne.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Lausanne?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Vienna to Lausanne by plane, train, 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.

Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)VIE - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausanne
5h 9m
CHF 90–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to LausanneN882 / ...
13h 25m
CHF 45–110
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich HbRjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to LausanneIc5 / ...
10h 29m
CHF 137–228
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to Salzburg HauptbahnhofRjx
2. Take the bus from Salzburg Lastenstrasse to Zurich Limmatstrasse
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to LausanneIc5 / ...
12h 47m
CHF 74–350
Drive 908.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Lausanne908.4 km
9h 19m
CHF 145–209
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)VIE - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Lausanne
6h 40m
CHF 129–293
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Basel (BSL)VIE - BSL
2. Take the train from Olten to Lausanne
7h
CHF 102–282

Vienna to Lausanne by train

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Distance: 903.5 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Wien Hbf to Lausanne via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 10h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Lausanne once daily. Tickets cost CHF 45–110 and the journey takes 13h 25m.

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