Lausanne to Dortmund train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Lausanne to Dortmund by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Lausanne to Dortmund take around 7 hours and 17 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 560 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lausanne is scheduled to depart at around  00:14. The last departure is usually at around 23:46 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lausanne at around 00:14, with the last train leaving at around 23:46. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 23 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$202.94.

We think any time is a great time to visit Dortmund, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Dortmund.

Is there a direct train from Lausanne to Dortmund?

The journey between Lausanne and Dortmund usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Lausanne to Dortmund?

The Lausanne to Dortmund train travel takes about 7 hours and 17 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lausanne to Dortmund train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dortmund leaving Lausanne at around 00:14 and the last train leaving at around 23:46 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lausanne at around 00:14, with the final departure at 23:46.