How to travel from Lausanne to Verbier, Switzerland

The distance between Lausanne and Verbier is around 86km (54 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Lausanne to Verbier by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out VerbierLausanne if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Martigny and then to Le Châble VS.

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 59($60)
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Bus

Take the bus to Martigny then Le Châble VS gare and then to Verbier station poste.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    CHF 19($19)
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Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Martigny then take the bus to Le Châble VS gare.

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 56($57)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Verbier.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Distance97km (60 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lausanne and Verbier

There are several options for getting from Lausanne to Verbier by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CHF 19 ($19) and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 13 ($13).

The distance between Lausanne and Verbier is around 86km (54 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 66km (41 miles)

It takes around 1h 25m to get from Lausanne and Verbier by train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lausanne to Verbier is to drive which takes around 1h 10m and will set you back approx CHF 13 ($13).

The cheapest way to travel between Lausanne and Verbier, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CHF 19 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Lausanne and Verbier. It typically takes around 1h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Lausanne to Verbier. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Martigny and Le Châble VS. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 1h 25m.

Swiss Railways and RegionalAlps run train services between Lausanne and Verbier. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 25m, 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 Lausanne and Verbier. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Lausanne to Verbier. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Martigny and Le Châble VS gare. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 1h 45m.

FlixBus, RegionalAlps and Swiss PostAuto run regular bus services between Lausanne and Verbier. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 1h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lausanne to Verbier. We recommend that you take the train to Martigny then take the bus to Le Châble VS gare. instead which will take 1h 25m.

The closest major airport to Verbier is Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) which is approximately 88km (55 miles) from Verbier. 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 Lausanne and Verbier. The distance is around 97km (60 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lausanne to Verbier is to take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 25m and will usually cost around CHF 56 ($57).

How do I get from Lausanne to Verbier

Compare travel optionsbetween Lausanne and Verbier

Transport options from Lausanne to Verbier
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 25m
CHF 59($60)
hourly86km (54 miles)
Bus
1h 45m
CHF 19($19)
3 times a week102km (63 miles)
Train and Bus
1h 25m
CHF 56($57)
hourly89km (56 miles)
Drive
1h 10m
CHF 13($13)
on demand97km (60 miles)

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Airports near Verbier

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

GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Verbier
ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
182km (113 miles) from Verbier
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
235km (146 miles) from Verbier