How far is Lausanne from Zurich?
How far is Lausanne from Zürich?
around 108 miles
It takes an average of 2h 31m to travel from Zürich to Lausanne by train, over a distance of around 108 miles (174 km). There are normally 52 trains per day travelling from Zürich to Lausanne and tickets for this journey start from €19.46 when you book in advance.
Do I need to buy Swiss train tickets in advance?
Do you need to book in advance? No. Swiss domestic journeys don’t need to be pre-booked, trains cannot ‘sell out’ and regular full-price tickets are available in unlimited numbers, valid on any train that day. For any Swiss domestic journey you can just turn up, buy a ticket at the station and hop on the next train.
How long is the train ride from Geneva to Lausanne?
It takes an average of 43m to travel from Geneva to Lausanne by train, over a distance of around 31 miles (50 km). There are normally 125 trains per day traveling from Geneva to Lausanne and tickets for this journey start from $6.53 when you book in advance.
Is there a direct train from Zurich to Zermatt?
No, there are no direct train services from Zurich Hb to Zermatt. Travelling from Zurich Hb to Zermatt by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
Is there a direct train from Zurich to Lauterbrunnen?
No, there are no direct train services from Zurich Hb to Lauterbrunnen. Travelling from Zurich Hb to Lauterbrunnen by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
Is Lausanne worth visiting?
Even if you are based in Geneva or Vevey, Lausanne is worth coming to. In fact, it is one of my favorite cities in Switzerland. It has this young energy and vibe, rich history, shopping, lake, swimming, and wonderful views of the Alps.
What is Lausanne famous?
Lausanne is the world headquarters of the Olympics, and an Olympic museum is among its most popular tourist attractions. The Romans established a trading colony here in the first century BC, and by the Middle Ages, Lausanne’s cathedral was already important as a pilgrimage stop on the Way of St. James.
Is Lauterbrunnen worth visiting?
Lauterbrunnen is a place like no other, particularly its angelic landscape that truly awe-inspires. The view of Lauterbrunnen’s picturesque town (with snow-capped mountains and a graceful 200-meter waterfall backdrop) is one of the most iconic Swiss scenery.
Are Swiss trains crowded?
Seats are often only available for people who are lucky enough to get on the train at the first station. And in the biggest Swiss cities, like Zurich and Geneva, the trams can be so crowded that it’s even considered a privilege to get inside the door, instead of having to wait for the next one to come along.
Does Swiss rail pass include Jungfrau?
With a Swiss Travel Pass, not only you get Jungfrau tickets at a discount, but also your children under the age of 16 years get free tickets – just how the Swiss Pass works.
How many days do you need in Lausanne?
For Lausanne itself I think that 1 day or 2 if you visit some museums are enough. But you can spend easily 4 full days in the area to visit Lavaux, Montreux or Vevey.