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Travel from Milan Central Station to Lausanne by train in 3 hours 38 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Milan Central Station to Lausanne by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Milan Central Station to Lausanne by train is 6 hours 23 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 38 minutes. You'll usually find 27 trains per day traveling the 230 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Lausanne. During your journey, you'll either be traveling with Trenitalia or SBB, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Milan Central Station to Lausanne in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $45.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
Milan Central Station to Lausanne by train
It takes an average of 6h 23m to travel from Milan Central Station to Lausanne by train, over a distance of around 143 miles (230 km). There are normally 27 trains per day traveling from Milan Central Station to Lausanne and tickets for this journey start from $45.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 12:43 am | |
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| Last train | 9:25 pm | |
| Departure station | Milan Central Station | |
| Arrival station | Lausanne | |
| Journey time | From 3h 38m | |
| Distance | 143 miles (230 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $45.50 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, SBB CFF FFS, Flixbus, Trenitalia |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Milan Central Station to Lausanne?
Want to know more about your journey from Milan Central Station to Lausanne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Trenitalia and SBB trains from Milan Central Station to Lausanne
Trenitalia
SBB
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).
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What Trenitalia Eurocity and Intercity classes are there from Milan Central Station to Lausanne?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Trenitalia Eurocity and Intercity when traveling from Milan Central Station to Lausanne.
Trenitalia Eurocity
Intercity
Second Class
From spacious armchairs to power outlets and reading lights, you’ve got everything you need to enjoy your journey in EuroCity's Second Class.
- Seat reservation
- Power outlets
- Hanger
- Reading light
- Baggage storage
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- More legroom
First Class
In addition to all the services available in Second Class, you’ll get to enjoy extra-wide and comfier seats, more legroom, and an at-seat catering service.
- Seat reservation
- Power outlets
- Hanger
- Reading light
- Baggage storage
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- More legroom
Second Class
Take advantage of the dining car which offers a menu made of high-quality produce. Traveling with kids? Choose your seats in the dedicated Family Zone.
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets
- Dining car
- Children's car
- Power outlets at each seat
- Extra baggage
- Fold-down table
- Quiet area
First Class
In First Class, you'll get to travel in comfortable seats, enjoy free WiFi, as well as more space for your luggage and individual power outlets (German + Swiss).
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets
- Dining car
- Children's car
- Power outlets at each seat
- Extra baggage
- Fold-down table
- Quiet area
What are the onboard services on Trenitalia Eurocity and Intercity?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Milan Central Station to Lausanne.
Trenitalia Eurocity
Intercity
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What onboard entertainment is available? | Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? |
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Can I bring a bike on board? | Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office. |
Can I bring pets on board? | On Eurocity trains, passengers can bring one dog of any size, with a muzzle and a leash. Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket. |
What special assistance is available? | All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities. |
What else do I need to know? | A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains. |
What baggage limits are there? | You can take as much baggage as you want on SBB Intercity trains, provided that it fits in the baggage racks provided. |
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What food and drink is available? | Many SBB Intercity trains will have a restaurant or bistro car so you can buy food and drink throughout your journey. You may be able to sit at a table in the restaurant carriage or take your meal back to your seat. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | There are power outlets on SBB trains. You can also enjoy free WiFi on Intercity trains via the SBB FreeSurf portal. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | There is stroller storage available on the train, as well as a baby changing toilet onboard. On Intercity trains, there is also a dedicated family car. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle on board SBB Intercity trains. Between 21st March and 31st October, it's compulsory to reserve a bike space on some Intercity trains. You must also buy a ticket for your bike at a ticket office, ticket machine or online. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Dogs under 30cm in height can travel for free if they're in a carrier and placed under your seat. Larger dogs can travel with you if you buy a Dog Day Pass for CHF 25, which can be purchased at a ticket office, at a ticket machine, online or on the SBB app. The pass is valid for a day on trains, ships, trams and buses in most Swiss cities. |
What special assistance is available? | SBB Intercity trains have priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as a wheelchair-accessible toilet. |
What else do I need to know? | There is a Business Zone and a Quiet Zone in First Class on SBB Intercity trains. |
How do I find cheap train tickets from Milan Central Station to Lausanne?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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