Lausanne to Trieste train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Lausanne to Trieste take around 8 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 559 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lausanne is scheduled to depart at around  05:34. The last departure is usually at around 22:21 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lausanne at around 05:42, with the last train leaving at around 23:48. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$218.80.

We think any time is a great time to visit Trieste, 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 Trieste.

Is there a direct train from Lausanne to Trieste?

The journey between Lausanne and Trieste usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lausanne to Trieste every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Lausanne to Trieste train travel takes about 8 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lausanne to Trieste train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Trieste leaving Lausanne at around 05:34 and the last train leaving at around 22:21 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lausanne at around 05:42, with the final departure at 23:48.