Arriving at EHL Campus Lausanne for the first time is not difficult, but the practical
journey can feel very different depending on whether you are travelling with one suitcase
or arriving for move-in with several bags and a parent.
EHL currently identifies Geneva Airport (GVA) as the closest international
airport for its Lausanne campus. From Geneva Airport, students can travel directly by train
to Lausanne and then continue by metro and bus, take a taxi from Lausanne railway station,
or arrange a direct road transfer to the campus.
The most useful question is therefore not simply:
“How do I get from Geneva Airport to EHL?”
It is:
“Which arrival plan makes sense for my flight, luggage, move-in schedule and family situation?”
This guide covers the journey to EHL Campus Lausanne at Route de Berne 301,
1000 Lausanne 25. Current registration, residence and intake instructions should
always be confirmed directly with EHL before travel.
Geneva Airport Is the Main International Gateway for EHL Lausanne
EHL’s current travel guidance identifies Geneva Airport as the nearest international
airport for Campus Lausanne.
Geneva is particularly practical because the airport has its own railway station directly
connected to the terminal, with regular direct trains toward Lausanne.
This gives arriving students three main ways to complete the journey:
- Train + metro + bus all the way to the EHL area;
- Train + taxi from Lausanne railway station;
- Direct private transfer from Geneva Airport to the campus, residence or hotel.
None of these is automatically the correct option for every student.
The current EHL instructions can be checked on the official EHL Campus Lausanne travel page.
Geneva Airport to Lausanne: The Train Option
Geneva Airport has a railway station, Genève-Aéroport, directly connected
to the passenger terminal.
After baggage reclaim and entering the public arrivals area, follow the signs for
Train / CFF / SBB.
Direct trains between Geneva Airport and Lausanne are common, so passengers do not
normally need to leave the train at Geneva Cornavin simply because the service stops there.
The exact timetable should always be checked for the actual arrival date through SBB.
Current Geneva Airport railway information is also available on the official Geneva Airport train-access page.
Is the train practical with luggage?
With one normal suitcase and a cabin bag, the Geneva Airport to Lausanne rail journey is
generally manageable.
The calculation changes when a new student arrives with:
- two or three large suitcases;
- a cabin bag and backpack;
- sports equipment;
- move-in boxes;
- a parent travelling with additional luggage.
The train itself is only the first part of the public-transport journey. After reaching
Lausanne, the student still needs to continue from the railway station to the EHL campus.
This is why a route that is perfectly reasonable with one suitcase can become much less
convenient on move-in day.
Lausanne Station to EHL Campus Lausanne
There is no railway station directly at EHL Campus Lausanne.
Students arriving at Lausanne railway station need to continue north toward the campus in
the Epalinges area.
Metro and bus
EHL’s current public-transport instructions use the
M2 metro toward Croisettes, followed by a local bus connection.
Current EHL guidance lists connections including:
-
Bus 45 toward
Lausanne, Cojonnex/EHL; -
selected services including 345, 360 and 362 serving
Lausanne, Vert-Bois/EHL.
Local bus numbers and schedules can change. Before travelling, search the complete journey
using SBB or the Lausanne public transport operator tl
rather than relying on an old screenshot or pre-arrival PDF.
In a journey planner, searching for the EHL destination rather than simply “Lausanne” can
make the final connection clearer.
Taxi from Lausanne Station
A useful compromise is to take the direct airport train to Lausanne and complete only the
final part by taxi.
This removes the metro and bus changes while retaining the simple Geneva Airport to
Lausanne railway connection.
It can be particularly practical for:
- a student with several suitcases;
- a student arriving with a parent;
- someone unfamiliar with Lausanne;
- bad-weather arrivals;
- travellers continuing to a hotel or residence rather than directly to campus.
Taxi availability and pricing should be checked at the time of travel rather than treated
as fixed.
What changes when you have several suitcases?
Public transport being possible does not always mean it is the most practical
move-in option.
A student carrying one wheeled suitcase may have little difficulty using the train, M2 and
bus.
A student arriving with three large suitcases, a cabin bag and a parent has a very
different journey.
Each transfer means unloading the luggage, moving through a station, boarding another
vehicle and finding space without blocking other passengers.
On move-in day, luggage volume should therefore be treated as part of the transport
decision rather than an afterthought.
Direct Geneva Airport to EHL Campus Transfer
A direct road transfer removes the Lausanne railway, metro and bus changes and takes the
traveller from the airport to the agreed campus, hotel or residence address.
It may be worth considering when:
- the student has several large suitcases;
- a parent or other family member is travelling too;
- the flight arrives very early or late;
- the student is arriving in Switzerland alone for the first time;
- the final destination is a hotel or residence rather than the main campus;
- the itinerary includes both a hotel and campus stop;
- reducing luggage handling is a priority.
Swiss Transfer Service provides a dedicated EHL Campus Lausanne Transfer
service for students, families and visitors arriving through Geneva Airport, Lausanne
railway station or another agreed pickup point.
Passenger count and luggage details should be shared before the journey so the transport
arrangement can be planned around the actual requirement.
Airport meeting instructions should also be confirmed in advance according to the flight
and current terminal setup rather than assuming a permanent meeting point.
Move-In Day: What to Confirm Before You Travel
This is the part of the journey where an old blog post or PDF can create the most
confusion.
Registration times, residence access, parking instructions, parent activities and first-day
procedures can be specific to an individual intake.
Your current EHL arrival email or student instructions should therefore take priority over
older pre-arrival documents.
Registration timing
Do not book the complete journey around a registration time found in an old guide.
Confirm:
- your official arrival or registration date;
- the time window provided for your intake;
- whether you are checking into campus accommodation;
- where you are expected to report first;
- any specific parking or luggage instructions.
Reaching the physical campus does not necessarily mean that residence check-in or
registration is available at that moment.
Arriving one day early
For students travelling on a long international itinerary, arriving in the Lausanne area
before the official move-in window can sometimes make the first day easier.
EHL has previously advised some incoming students to consider a hotel when travel schedules
do not align comfortably with registration day.
This should be treated as planning guidance rather than a permanent rule. Always use the
instructions for your current intake.
Travelling with parents
Parents often travel with new international students, particularly when the journey also
involves several suitcases, a hotel stay or move-in logistics.
Before travel, decide:
- whether everyone is travelling directly to campus;
- whether the parent needs to check into a Lausanne hotel first;
- whether luggage should remain with the student;
- where the parent will stay after the student’s registration;
- how the parent’s return to Lausanne Station or Geneva Airport will be handled.
Do not assume that accompanying family members automatically have access to student
accommodation or registration areas. Current EHL instructions should decide this.
How Much Luggage Changes the Arrival Plan
| Arrival situation | Train + M2 + bus | Train + Lausanne taxi | Direct airport transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 normal suitcase | Often practical | Usually optional | Optional |
| 2 large suitcases + cabin bag | Possible but less convenient | Useful compromise | Useful for family or late arrival |
| 3–4 large pieces | Increasingly difficult across transfers | More practical after Lausanne | Strong option to consider |
| Student + parent | Possible | Practical | Reduces transfers |
| Sports equipment or bulky items | Depends on size and service | Depends on taxi capacity | Share dimensions in advance |
| Move-in boxes | Usually inconvenient | Limited by taxi space | Plan in advance |
This is not a recommendation that every student needs a chauffeur.
It is simply a reminder that luggage volume changes the journey.
Student Travelling Alone vs Student Arriving with Family
Student travelling alone
A student arriving alone during the day with one suitcase may find the public transport
journey entirely reasonable.
Before departure, save:
- the Geneva Airport to Lausanne train connection;
- the Lausanne to EHL local route;
- the campus address;
- the current EHL arrival instructions;
- the relevant EHL contact details;
- an offline screenshot of the journey in case mobile data is unavailable.
Allow enough time after landing for passport procedures where applicable, baggage reclaim
and any luggage issue before relying on a specific train.
Student arriving with parents
Family arrival usually creates a different transport problem because there are more
passengers, more bags and often more than one destination.
The itinerary may involve:
- Geneva Airport;
- EHL Campus Lausanne;
- a student residence;
- a Lausanne hotel for the parents;
- Lausanne railway station for the parent’s onward journey.
For broader family-coordinated student journeys, Swiss Transfer Service also provides a Student Mobility Service in Switzerland.
What If Your Flight Arrives Late?
A late flight should be planned around two separate questions:
- Can you still reach Lausanne and EHL using the transport you planned?
- Can you actually complete registration or accommodation check-in when you arrive?
These are not the same question.
Railway service becomes less frequent late at night, and the final metro or bus connection
also needs to be considered.
At the same time, EHL reception and residence procedures have their own operating hours and
intake-specific rules.
Do not assume that being able to reach the campus at midnight means that a room key or
student check-in will be available.
For a late arrival:
- check the live SBB journey planner;
- check your current EHL intake instructions;
- confirm accommodation access;
- consider a hotel if your official arrival window is the following day;
- arrange road transport in advance if public transport no longer fits the itinerary.
Geneva Airport vs Zurich Airport for EHL Lausanne
Geneva Airport should normally be the first airport considered because EHL identifies it
as the closest international airport to Campus Lausanne.
Zurich Airport can still make sense when:
- it provides a significantly better direct flight from your origin;
- the family is already travelling elsewhere in Switzerland;
- the student arrives through Zurich as part of a wider itinerary.
Zurich has direct long-distance rail connections toward Lausanne, but it is a substantially
longer rail journey than arriving through Geneva.
After reaching Lausanne railway station, however, the final EHL segment is essentially the
same: local public transport, taxi or a pre-arranged road transfer.
Practical EHL Campus Lausanne Arrival Checklist
Before booking your journey
- Confirm the correct campus: EHL Campus Lausanne.
- Use the current campus address: Route de Berne 301, 1000 Lausanne 25.
- Check your official move-in or registration date.
- Decide whether you are travelling directly to campus or to a hotel first.
Flight information
- Flight number
- Arrival date
- Scheduled arrival time
- Airline
- Student mobile number
- Parent or guardian contact
Luggage
- Number of checked suitcases
- Cabin bags
- Sports equipment
- Oversized items
- Move-in boxes or additional items
If using public transport
- Check Genève-Aéroport → Lausanne in SBB.
- Check Lausanne → EHL using the current journey planner.
- Confirm current M2 and bus connections.
- Allow time for baggage reclaim before choosing a connection.
- Keep the route available offline.
If using a private transfer
- Share the flight number.
- Confirm the exact destination: campus, residence or hotel.
- Share passenger count.
- Share luggage quantity and oversized items.
- Confirm the airport meeting instructions before arrival.
- Provide a parent, guardian or other nominated contact where appropriate.
Move-in information
- Read the latest EHL intake email.
- Confirm registration timing.
- Confirm accommodation check-in instructions.
- Do not rely on an older intake PDF for exact times or procedures.
- Check whether arriving one day early requires a hotel stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which airport should I use for EHL Campus Lausanne?
Geneva Airport is the main international airport to consider. EHL currently identifies
Geneva as the closest international airport to Campus Lausanne.
Is there a direct train from Geneva Airport to EHL Lausanne?
There are direct trains from Geneva Airport to Lausanne, but not directly to the EHL
campus. From Lausanne railway station, continue using local transport, taxi or a private
road transfer.
Do I need to change trains between Geneva Airport and Lausanne?
Direct Geneva Airport to Lausanne trains are common. Check the actual service on SBB for
your travel date rather than assuming every late-night or disrupted connection will be
identical.
How do I get from Lausanne Station to EHL?
Current EHL guidance uses the M2 metro toward Croisettes followed by a bus serving the EHL
area. EHL currently references Cojonnex/EHL and Vert-Bois/EHL stops. Check the latest SBB
or tl journey planner before travel because local routes can change.
Can I travel from Geneva Airport to EHL with three large suitcases?
It is possible to use public transport, but several large suitcases make the train, metro
and bus changes significantly less practical. Train to Lausanne followed by taxi, or a
direct airport transfer, may be easier to manage.
Is a taxi useful from Lausanne Station?
Yes. It can be a useful middle option for travellers who want to use the direct Geneva
Airport train but avoid carrying luggage through the final metro and bus connections.
Can my parents travel to EHL with me?
Parents can travel with the student to Lausanne and the campus area, but access to
residences, registration activities or specific events depends on current EHL instructions.
Do not assume that old intake procedures still apply.
What if I arrive before official move-in day?
Check the instructions for your intake. Reaching Lausanne early does not necessarily mean
residence check-in is available. Depending on the programme and travel schedule, a hotel
stay may be necessary.
What if my flight lands late at night?
Check the remaining SBB and local transport connections as well as your accommodation and
EHL arrival instructions. A late arrival at campus does not automatically mean registration
or room access is available.
Does Swiss Transfer Service work for EHL?
No. Swiss Transfer Service is an independent private chauffeur provider and is not
affiliated with, endorsed by or an official transport partner of EHL. Current academic,
residence, registration and campus procedures should always be confirmed directly with EHL.
Can a private transfer be arranged from Geneva Airport to EHL?
Yes. Swiss Transfer Service can arrange a private road journey from Geneva Airport to EHL
Campus Lausanne, a residence, hotel or another agreed address. Flight, passenger and luggage
information should be shared in advance.
Final Planning Principle: Choose the Arrival Chain That Fits Your Move-In
For a student travelling alone with one suitcase during the day, the public transport
route can be very practical:
Geneva Airport → direct train to Lausanne → M2 → bus to EHL
With several suitcases, a useful compromise may be:
Geneva Airport → direct train to Lausanne → taxi to EHL
For a family arrival, late flight or move-in journey with substantial luggage, a direct
airport-to-campus transfer may reduce the number of separate travel stages.
The right choice depends on the actual student, flight, luggage and intake instructions.
It should not be decided from airport distance alone.
For direct road transportation, review the Swiss Transfer Service EHL Campus Lausanne Transfer page.
To discuss a specific arrival, call Swiss Transfer Service on +41 76 844 05 77 or send the flight, passenger, luggage and destination details by WhatsApp.