The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Montreux
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Montreux will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lucerne for Montreux on Wed, Jan 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 28 the direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Wed, Jan 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Lucerne to Montreux train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Montreux trains for today, Tuesday, January 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 AM Lucerne | 3h04 | 9:09 AM Montreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Lucerne | 2h35 | 9:35 AM Montreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Montreux
Trains from Lucerne to Montreux run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SBB from Lucerne to Montreux trainsSBB trains will get you between Lucerne and Montreux from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Montreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Montreux by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montreux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Montreux
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Avenue des Alpes.
- Restaurant Zurcher
- La Rouvenaz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
- Eurotel Montreux
- Hotel Eden Palace au Lac
- Located in the main hall
- 122 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: CGN services on Lake Geneva
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