- Must visit
Chillon Castle Museum
Immersive museum inside Chillon Castle exploring the fort’s history, archaeology, and life on Lake Geneva in a spectacular setting.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lutry to Montreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a ferry costs an average of $65.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lutry to Montreux:
A train is $47 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Lutry to Montreux costing on average $65.
Other travel options to Montreux take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
Ferry takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (24m by train vs 26m by car). Tickets start at around $17 compared to roughly $6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Lutry to Montreux run on average 6 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Montreux — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montreux trip today.
Immersive museum inside Chillon Castle exploring the fort’s history, archaeology, and life on Lake Geneva in a spectacular setting.
Exhibition space preserving Queen’s original Mountain Studios, with memorabilia and recording history linked to the band’s Montreux years.
Contemporary art museum in nearby Vevey, known for major photography and visual art exhibitions in a striking lakeside setting.
Flower-lined lakeside promenade stretching through Montreux. Ideal for walking, public art, mountain views, and easy access to major sights.
Terraced vineyard landscape between Montreux and Lausanne, UNESCO-listed for scenery, wine culture, and panoramic walking routes.
Popular panoramic summit reached by cog railway from Montreux. It offers hiking, alpine meadows, and one of the best regional lookouts.
Classic Vaud and Alpine dish of melted cheese with bread, often made with Gruyère and Vacherin. It is a social staple in French-speaking Switzerland.
Thin potatoes baked with cream, garlic, and cheese from nearby canton Vaud. It is a comforting regional side or main dish in the Montreux area.
Lake Geneva perch fillets, usually lightly pan-fried and served with fries. It is one of the best-known local fish dishes around Montreux and Vevey.
Refined lakeside fine dining at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic traditional brasserie in central Montreux, known for Swiss classics, local wines, and a lively Belle Époque atmosphere.
Elegant yet relaxed dining inside Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, with brasserie dishes, cocktails, and a strong terrace setting by the lake.
Montreux is costly even by European standards; hotels, dining, and local transport are usually pricier than in nearby French or Italian lake cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Montreux Railway Station -> Montreux Place du Marché, Montreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lutry 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.

Most Lutry to Montreux trains use the Lutry to Montreux station pair. Use this guide to compare Lutry and Montreux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lutry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lutry.
ATMs are available at Lutry.
Available at Lutry: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lutry: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lutry.
Montreux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zurcher, La Rouvenaz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montreux: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Eurotel Montreux, Hotel Eden Palace au Lac.
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