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Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Lausanne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lausanne. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Lausanne?
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - E
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Lausanne
- A
Lausanne
Avenue d'Ouchy 6, 1006 Lausanne, Switzerland
Train companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $85
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Lausanne by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Lausanne?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Lausanne start at $85. The average price for this train route is around $139. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Basel to Lausanne?
The average train trip from Basel to Lausanne takes 2h 22m and covers 136 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 13m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Lausanne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Lausanne?
The earliest train from Basel to Lausanne departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 4:32pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Lausanne was searched and found on Mar 27, 2026 with a price of $79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Lausanne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $79 to $378 for a train ticket from Basel to Lausanne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2026-03-27.
