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Two ways to Travel from Basel to Lausanne

Composite routes from Basel to Lausanne

Cheapest
2 h 2 min
Car
195 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 2 min
Rideshare
195 km.
from $7.42

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
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?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lausanne is to rideshare which costs $12.79 and takes 2h 33m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Lausanne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Lausanne. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Lausanne via Biel/Bienne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Basel to Lausanne?

The distance between Basel and Lausanne is 199 km. The road distance is 196.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Lausanne without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $18.48 - $26.09 .

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

The bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Lausanne takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Basel to Lausanne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Lausanne train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Basel to Lausanne is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $18.48 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $119.57 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Basel to Lausanne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Lausanne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Lausanne is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Basel to Lausanne.

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

Book your Basel to Lausanne train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Lausanne?

Book your Basel to Lausanne bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lausanne?

There are 1077+ hotels available in Lausanne. Prices start at $65.09 per night.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Lausanne?

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