Geneva to Lausanne: travel options
Approximate direct distance: 51 km • Travel distance depends on the route and transport you choose.
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Recorded fares and journey times. Check each operator before booking.
| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Price guide | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Direct | SBB CFF FFS (IR / IC) | About 45m |
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Fare source checked: 14 Oct 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times: SBB CFF FFS (IR / IC) |
Dep: Geneve Cornavin
Arr: Lausanne
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The reviewed direct trains from Genève Cornavin to Lausanne take about 40–45 minutes, depending on the departure. The Geneva Transport Card covers zone 10, not the full journey to Lausanne. Check your national pass or price the intercity ticket with your actual discount eligibility. Add the walk, metro or bus from Lausanne station to your room. |
Choosing your journey
Direct trains are useful for moving along Lake Geneva without changing bases by car. Allow about 35–50 minutes on a suitable direct train.
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The journey
Direct trains are useful for moving along Lake Geneva without changing bases by car. Allow about 35–50 minutes on a suitable direct train for the main connection, plus the journeys at each end. This is a planning range; use the timetable for your travel date.
Departure: Geneve Cornavin. Arrival: Lausanne.
Buy beyond the local Geneva area
The Geneva Transport Card’s zone 10 does not cover the full journey to Lausanne. If you already hold a national pass, check its coverage; otherwise price the intercity journey with the correct discount category.
Allow for the hill on arrival
Lausanne station is between the lake and upper town. Choose the metro, bus or walk that reaches your room with luggage. A lakefront address can involve a substantial descent and a climb when leaving.
Tickets and local travel
Use the operator information and SBB journey planner to choose the actual departure. Read the fare conditions: an ordinary ticket and a train-specific Supersaver ticket have different flexibility. Only select a discount if you hold the required card.
The Geneva guide and Lausanne guide explain the local arrival and accommodation choices.
