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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Basel to Lausanne Station

Composite routes from Basel to Lausanne Station

Cheapest
2 h 2 min
Car
196 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 36 min
136 km.
from $120.89

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.63–$30.53

Train operators

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Biel/Bienne
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.90–$69.97
Train from Biel/Bienne to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$36.90–$69.97

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Basel to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.97

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Lausanne Station?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lausanne Station is to rideshare which costs $12.79 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Lausanne Station?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Lausanne Station is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Lausanne Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Lausanne Station. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Lausanne, gare via Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lausanne Station?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lausanne Station. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lausanne via Biel/Bienne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Basel to Lausanne Station?

The distance between Basel and Lausanne Station is 177 km. The road distance is 196.6 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Lausanne Station without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Lausanne Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $59.78 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Basel to Lausanne Station?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Basel to Lausanne Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lausanne Station bus from?

Basel to Lausanne Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lausanne Station train from?

Basel to Lausanne Station train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Lausanne Station?

The best way to get from Basel to Lausanne Station is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $59.78 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $29.35 and takes 3h.

Where does the Basel to Lausanne Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Lausanne Station train arrive?

Basel to Lausanne Station train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Biel/Bienne station.

Can I drive from Basel to Lausanne Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lausanne Station is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Basel to Lausanne Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Lausanne Station?

Book your Basel to Lausanne Station train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lausanne Station?

There are 1074+ hotels available in Lausanne Station. Prices start at $65.09 per night.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Lausanne Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Lausanne Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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