Train from Lausanne to Milan

🇨🇭 Lausanne → 🇮🇹 Milan

Straight-line Distance

230 km

ESE (119.0°)

Rail Distance

~299 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 14m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

53.3 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 5.1 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 58.4 kg

Taking the train saves 53.3 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

🇨🇭

Origin

Lausanne

🇮🇹

Destination

Milan

Journey Tips

This Switzerland-Italy crossing via the Simplon Tunnel (19.8km, one of the world's longest rail tunnels) connects Lake Geneva with Milan in just over two hours. The Cisalpino and TGV Lyria services are comfortable and offer magnificent Alpine scenery. Bring a valid passport or EU ID card for the border crossing.

Scenic Highlight

The Rhone Valley between Lausanne and Brig is a highlight, passing through terraced vineyards above the river before climbing to Brig and plunging into the Simplon Tunnel beneath the Alps.

Booking Tip

Book via SBB.ch or Trenitalia.com for Cisalpino/EC services; TGV Lyria fares are sold through Lyria.com, and advance booking of 3-6 weeks typically secures the best prices.

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Continue Your Journey

Continue from Milan

🇨🇭 Aigle 196 km 🇨🇭 Sion 165 km 🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 157 km 🇨🇭 Disentis/Muster 138 km 🇨🇭 Andermatt 136 km

Also from Lausanne

🇨🇭 Aigle 34 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 78 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 58 km 🇨🇭 Sion 65 km 🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 74 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Lausanne to Milan takes approximately 1h 14m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~299 km using a high_speed service.

The estimated rail distance from Lausanne to Milan is approximately 299 km (230 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 Milan emits approximately 5.1 kg of CO2, compared to 58.4 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 53.3 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.

The route from Lausanne to Milan 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 Milan.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27