Train from Lausanne to Altdorf

🇨🇭 Lausanne → 🇨🇭 Altdorf

Straight-line Distance

158 km

ENE (74.6°)

Rail Distance

~205 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~54m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

36.6 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 3.5 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 40.1 kg

Taking the train saves 36.6 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Lausanne
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Destination

Altdorf

Journey Tips

Lausanne to Altdorf takes approximately 2.5 hours on SBB services via Lucerne, with an easy connection in Flüelen for the short onward leg to Altdorf. The town is famous as the setting of the William Tell legend.

Scenic Highlight

The train passes through the Bernese Mittelland before skirting Lake Lucerne, with sweeping views of the Rigi and Pilatus peaks as you travel through Uri canton.

Booking Tip

Swiss Travel Pass covers the complete journey. Point-to-point fares are reasonable on SBB; the journey is straightforward with good connections throughout the day.

Continue Your Journey

Continue from Altdorf

🇨🇭 Bellinzona 82 km 🇮🇹 Como San Giovanni 123 km 🇨🇭 Frutigen 81 km 🇨🇭 Göschenen 24 km 🇨🇭 Interlaken Ost 62 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 Altdorf takes approximately 54m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~205 km using a high_speed service.
The estimated rail distance from Lausanne to Altdorf is approximately 205 km (158 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 Altdorf emits approximately 3.5 kg of CO2, compared to 40.1 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 36.6 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.
The route from Lausanne to Altdorf 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 Altdorf.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27