How to travel from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lausanne, Switzerland

The distance between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne is around 61km (38 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 39min.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lausanne by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out LausanneGeneva International Airport (GVA) if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Lausanne.

  • Duration45min
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    CHF 44($45)
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Bus

Take the bus to Genève Cornavin and then to Lausanne.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Departsevery 15 mins
  • Typical cost
    CHF 9($9)
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Lausanne.

  • Duration39min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    CHF 315($320)
Operated by

Taxis202

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Drive

Drive to Lausanne.

  • Duration39min
  • Distance61km (38 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne

There are several options for getting from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lausanne by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CHF 8 ($8) and will take around 1h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 39min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 315 ($320).

The distance between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne is around 61km (38 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 52km (32 miles)

It takes around 45min to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 39min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lausanne is to take a taxi which takes around 39min and will set you back approx CHF 315 ($320).

The cheapest way to travel between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CHF 8 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne. It typically takes around 45min and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 45min.

Swiss Railways run train services between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 45min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne. It typically takes around 1h 10m and departs every 15 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 1h 15m.

Transports Publics Genevois, SNCF and FlixBus run regular bus services between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne. Buses run every 15 mins and take around 1h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Lausanne from Geneva International Airport (GVA) is to take a taxi which will take 39min and cost around CHF 315 ($320).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lausanne. We recommend that you take the train to Lausanne. instead which will take 45min.

The closest major airport to Lausanne is Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) which is approximately 52km (32 miles) from Lausanne. Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) and Altenrhein Airport (ACH) (ACH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Lausanne. The distance is around 61km (38 miles) by road and it will take around 39min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lausanne is to take the train which takes, on average, 45min and will usually cost around CHF 44 ($45).

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Transport options from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lausanne
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
45min
CHF 44($45)
every 20 mins66km (41 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
1h 10m
CHF 9($9)
every 15 mins79km (49 miles)
Bus to Lausanne P+R1h 15m
CHF 8($8)
twice daily71km (44 miles)
Taxi
39min
CHF 315($320)
on demand61km (38 miles)
Drive
39min
CHF 8($8)
on demand61km (38 miles)

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Airports near Lausanne

The following major airports near Lausanne offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Switzerland and internationally.

GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
52km (32 miles) from Lausanne
ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
179km (111 miles) from Lausanne
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
247km (153 miles) from Lausanne