Zug to Lausanne by train

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Overview: trains from Zug to Lausanne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Zug to Lausanne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:32 View journey
Last train 23:58 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 42m View journey
Distance (km) 161
Trains / day 29 View all
Cheapest journey US$59.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 15m
Train operators 66

Discover Zug to Lausanne by train

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Train ticket cost for journeys between Zug and Lausanne

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$59.00, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Zug to Lausanne train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Zug to Lausanne is at 06:58 and the last is at 21:32. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:32 and the last one is at 23:58. You can expect 29 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 32 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Zug to Lausanne?

On this route spanning 161 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 42 minutes.

How far in advance Zug and Lausanne tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Zug and Lausanne are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Zug to Lausanne

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Lausanne city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Zug to Lausanne

Want to know more about your journey from Zug to Lausanne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Zug to Lausanne covers a distance of 161 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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