How far is Lausanne from Basel by coach?

The distance between Basel and Lausanne by coach is approximately 85 miles (137 km).

Is there a way to reach Lausanne from Basel without a car?

You can travel to Lausanne from Basel by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Basel to Lausanne from £12 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Basel to Lausanne on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	3h	06:20	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	04:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	3h	07:20	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	03:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	3h	06:20	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	03:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	3h	06:20	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	03:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	3h	06:20	Lausanne	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Lausanne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lausanne. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3hAverage duration

85 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£15 - £31	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£39 - £187	Average duration2h 23m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Basel and Lausanne?

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
D
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Stops in Lausanne

A
Lausanne
Avenue d'Ouchy 6, 1006 Lausanne, Switzerland
B
Parking du Vélodrome de Lausanne - Arrêt de bus
Avenue du Grey 43, 1018 Lausanne, Switzerland

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FlixBus

3.5/511,449 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11449 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £15

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Basel to Lausanne

How far is Lausanne from Basel by coach?
The distance between Basel and Lausanne by coach is approximately 85 miles (137 km).
Is there a way to reach Lausanne from Basel without a car?
You can travel to Lausanne from Basel by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/11

£13

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£13

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01/12

£12

The cheapest trip from Basel to Lausanne was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Lausanne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £12 to £13 for a bus ticket from Basel to Lausanne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-01.