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Museum der Landschaft Saanen
Regional museum in Saanen presenting Alpine life, crafts, farming culture, and the history of the Gstaad valley communities.
Cheapest price
CHF32
Average price
CHF33
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreux to Gstaad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montreux to Gstaad will cost around CHF33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF32.
Of the 9 trains that leave Montreux for Gstaad on Mon, Aug 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
PE 30 2212 | 2212
PE 30 2210 | 2210
R 30 2258 | 2258
PE 30 2214 | 2214
PE 30 2216 | 2216
PE GPX 4068 | 4068
PE GPX 4064 | 4064
PE 30 2212 | 2212
PE 30 2210 | 2210
R 30 2258 | 2258Trains from Montreux to Gstaad run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF31 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (29 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 18 miles (29 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF31 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 4:36 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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The table below shows live departures for Montreux to Gstaad trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 30 2258 | 2258 | 6:43 AM Montreux station | 1h38 | 8:21 AM Gstaad station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PE GPX 4064 | 4064 | 7:32 AM Montreux station | 1h25 | 8:57 AM Gstaad station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PE 30 2210 | 2210 | 7:43 AM Montreux station | 1h38 | 9:21 AM Gstaad station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1809 | 1809 · R 71 424 | 424 · B 180 618016 | 618016 | 8:10 AM Montreux station | 2h05 | 10:15 AM Gstaad | 2 transfers | |
PE 30 2212 | 2212 | 8:43 AM Montreux station | 1h38 | 10:21 AM Gstaad station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PE GPX 4068 | 4068 | 9:32 AM Montreux station | 1h25 | 10:57 AM Gstaad station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PE 30 2214 | 2214 | 9:43 AM Montreux station | 1h38 | 11:21 AM Gstaad station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · R 71 432 | 432 · B 180 618030 | 618030 | 10:10 AM Montreux station | 2h05 | 12:15 PM Gstaad | 2 transfers | |
PE 30 2216 | 2216 | 10:43 AM Montreux station | 1h38 | 12:21 PM Gstaad station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Regional museum in Saanen presenting Alpine life, crafts, farming culture, and the history of the Gstaad valley communities.
Contemporary art gallery in Gstaad known for international exhibitions in a polished village setting near central boutiques.
Major contemporary gallery with rotating shows by leading artists, adding global art interest to central Gstaad.
Pedestrian main street lined with classic chalets, luxury shops, and mountain views; the heart of village strolling and people-watching.
Car-free historic center with preserved wooden houses, arcades, and a more local atmosphere than central Gstaad.
Popular mountain summit and viewpoint with sweeping Alpine panoramas, reached by cable car and enjoyed year-round.
Melted Alpine cheese served communally with bread. A Swiss classic strongly tied to mountain winters and chalet dining in the Bernese Oberland.
Cheese melted and scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. Hearty Alpine comfort food widely enjoyed in the Saanenland region.
A Bernese Oberland specialty of slow-cooked shredded beef with onions and gravy, often served with potatoes or bread.
Refined Swiss fine dining in Gstaad Palace, known for elegant seasonal cooking and a formal grand-hotel atmosphere.
Traditional Swiss mountain restaurant above Gstaad, popular for fondue and regional classics with panoramic Alpine views.
Stylish venue in The Alpina Gstaad serving modern Japanese cuisine in an upscale, intimate setting.
Gstaad is pricier than most Swiss resorts; hotels, dining, and ski-area spending are high, while local trains and buses are more manageable with Swiss travel passes.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreux to Gstaad 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 Gstaad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montreux to Gstaad trains use the Montreux to Gstaad station pair, with some services arriving at Gstaad, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Montreux and Gstaad train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Chernex is 1 km from Montreux city centre. Public transport options include:
Chernex has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Chernex.
Available at Chernex: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chernex.
Les Avants is 3 km from Montreux city centre. Public transport options include:
Les Avants has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and WC.
Available at Les Avants: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Avants.
Gstaad has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cappuccino Gstaad, Charly's
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gstaad. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gstaad. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gstaad: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gstaad: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gstaad: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Gstaad Palace, The Alpina Gstaad, Ultima Hotel Gstaad.
Gstaad, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gstaad, Bahnhof.
Gruben is 2 km from Gstaad city centre. Public transport options include:
Gruben has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Gruben.
Available at Gruben: Parking, WC.
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