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Chillon Castle Museum
Immersive museum inside Chillon Castle exploring the fort’s history, archaeology, and life on Lake Geneva in a spectacular setting.
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$217
Fastest journey
10 h 41 m
Average duration
10 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Montreux will cost around $217 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 3 trains that leave Vienna for Montreux on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 739 km distance in an average of 10 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 41 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 11 h 12 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.






Trains from Vienna to Montreux run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 but you can travel from only $59 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 459 miles (739 km) distance in 10h 41m.
Distance 459 miles (739 km) |
Average train duration 10h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 10h 41m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Montreux trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EC 1218 · ECE 192 · IC 726 · RE 18429 | 7:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 12h06 | 7:19 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
RJX13470 · IR 1837+ IC 546 · IC 732 | 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 13h35 | 10:09 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
RJX13470 · IR 1837+ IC 546 · IC 732 | 8:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 13h12 | 10:09 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Vienna 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 Vienna to Montreux trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Montreux station pair, with some services arriving at Montreux, Gare. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Montreux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
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.
Montreux, Gare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Montreux, Gare.
Wi-Fi is available at Montreux, Gare. ATMs are available at Montreux, Gare.
Available at Montreux, Gare: Parking, WC.
Available at Montreux, Gare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montreux, Gare.
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