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Trip Summary
11 trains operate daily from Offenburg to Lausanne. The train trip from Offenburg to Lausanne is usually about 4 hours and 38 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 148 mi (239 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 41m |
| Lowest price | €32.50 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Offenburg to Lausanne?
There are 4 train lines with service from Offenburg to Lausanne. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 3h 50m | €59.34 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 3h 45m | €59.34 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 11 | 4h 43m | €61.07 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 3h 59m | €64.14 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Offenburg to Lausanne start from €59, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Lausanne. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Offenburg leaves from Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum . And in Lausanne trains arrive at Train Station .
From Offenburg to Lausanne train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lausanne faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 41 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Offenburg and Lausanne is approximately 148 miles, or 239 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 41 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Offenburg to Lausanne are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Offenburg at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 11 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lausanne to Offenburg.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Offenburg?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Offenburg where you can board the train to Lausanne.
All train stations in Offenburg:
Train Station
Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum
Where is the train station in Lausanne?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Lausanne has one train station.
Train stations in Lausanne:
Train Station
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