Train from Lausanne to Flüelen

🇨🇭 Lausanne → 🇨🇭 Flüelen

Straight-line Distance

158 km

ENE (73.6°)

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

Flüelen

Journey Tips

Lausanne to Flüelen takes around 2.5 hours on SBB services via Lucerne. The village of Flüelen is the southern railhead of the Lake Lucerne boat service and the gateway to the Gotthard route.

Scenic Highlight

The approach to Flüelen along the Urnersee is magnificent, with the steep Niederbauen and Uri Rotstock peaks plunging directly into the lake alongside the railway.

Booking Tip

Swiss Travel Pass is valid for rail and also includes the paddle steamer service on Lake Lucerne. Point-to-point rail tickets are available cheaply on SBB's app.

Continue Your Journey

Continue from Flüelen

🇨🇭 Andermatt 30 km 🇨🇭 Disentis/Muster 28 km 🇨🇭 Frutigen 82 km 🇨🇭 Göschenen 26 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 Flüelen 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 Flüelen 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 Flüelen 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 Flüelen 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 Flüelen.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27