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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Lausanne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lausanne. The journey takes about 2 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$85, 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
- C
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 CA$85
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Lausanne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Basel to Lausanne?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Lausanne start from CA$85. The average price for this train route is around CA$109. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Lausanne?
The average train journey time from Basel to Lausanne is 2h 22m, covering a distance of 136 km. The fastest 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 run on 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 07:04. And the latest train departs at 16:30.
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 30 Apr 2026 with a price of CA$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 CA$79 to CA$379 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 CA$79, which is on 2026-04-30.
