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Next departures for Basel to Lausanne on September 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	8:28am	Basel	2h 15m	10:43am	Lausanne
Train	3:03pm	Basel	2h 23m	5:26pm	Lausanne
Train	3:28pm	Basel	2h 15m	5:43pm	Lausanne
Train	4:03pm	Basel	2h 23m	6:26pm	Lausanne
Train	4:28pm	Basel	2h 15m	6:43pm	Lausanne

Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Lausanne

We recommend taking the bus

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 RUB 1,737, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3hAverage Duration

137 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 1,737 - RUB 4,121	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 4,624 - RUB 23,402	Average Duration2h 19m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Lausanne?

Basel

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Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
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Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
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Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Lausanne

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Lausanne
Avenue d'Ouchy 6, 1006 Lausanne, Switzerland

Train companies

Swiss Federal Railways

4.8/59 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi5.0

Based on 9 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 RUB 4,624

CH train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE

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 RUB 4,624. The average price for this train route is around RUB 6,655. 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 19m and covers 136 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 12m 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 4:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09-07

RUB 5,442

09-08

RUB 5,577

Today

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09-10

RUB 4,348

09-11

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09-12

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09-13

RUB 4,769

09-14

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The cheapest trip from Basel to Lausanne was searched and found on Sep 10, 2026 with a price of RUB 4,348

To 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 RUB 4,348 to RUB 23,022 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 RUB 4,348 which is on 2026-09-10.