Train from Lausanne to Aachen Hbf

🇨🇭 Lausanne → 🇩🇪 Aachen Hbf

Straight-line Distance

474 km

N (355.4°)

Rail Distance

~616 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~2h 22m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

109.9 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 10.5 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 120.4 kg

Taking the train saves 109.9 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Lausanne
🇩🇪

Destination

Aachen Hbf

Journey Tips

Lausanne to Aachen is a long international journey of around 6–7 hours via Basel and Cologne, operated by SBB and DB ICE. It is best spread over a day departure with an ICE connection in Cologne.

Scenic Highlight

The Rhine Valley between Basel and Cologne is a highlight, with medieval castles on the hillsides and the broad river below providing ever-changing scenery for several hours.

Booking Tip

Book via DB Navigator or SBB for through international tickets. Interrail passes are valid but seat reservations are mandatory on ICE services.

Continue Your Journey

Continue from Aachen Hbf

🇨🇭 Sion 513 km 🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 509 km 🇮🇹 Milan 631 km 🇨🇭 Aigle 499 km 🇮🇹 Venice 751 km

Also from Lausanne

🇨🇭 Aigle 34 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 78 km 🇮🇹 Milan 230 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 58 km 🇨🇭 Sion 65 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Lausanne to Aachen Hbf takes approximately 2h 22m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~616 km using a high_speed service.
The estimated rail distance from Lausanne to Aachen Hbf is approximately 616 km (474 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.
Travelling by train from Lausanne to Aachen Hbf emits approximately 10.5 kg of CO2, compared to 120.4 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 109.9 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.
The route from Lausanne to Aachen Hbf typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.
Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Lausanne and Aachen Hbf.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27