Nice to Lausanne train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Nice to Lausanne take around 7 hours and 17 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 317 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Nice is scheduled to depart at around  05:28. The last departure is usually at around 19:16 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Nice at around 05:57, with the last train leaving at around 19:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €78.82.

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

Is there a direct train from Nice to Lausanne?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Nice to Lausanne every weekday 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 at least one departure.

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

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

What are the Nice to Lausanne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lausanne leaving Nice at around 05:28 and the last train leaving at around 19:16 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Nice at around 05:57, with the final departure at 19:10.