- 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.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$69
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$87
Fastest journey on Sep 01
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
2 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 01
116
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Montreux will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Montreux without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 1 736 | 736 · RE 3 4036 | 4036 · S 41 24586 | 24586 · EV EV 41786 | 41786
IC 1 734 | 734 · IR 90 1839 | 1839
IC 5 540 | 540 · R 1 24109 | 24109
IC 1 734 | 734 · IR 90 1839 | 1839
S 9 18991 | 18991 · IC 8 842 | 842 · IR 15 2504 | 2504 · RE 33 18457 | 18457
IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R 7 24722 | 24722 · IR 95 1715 | 1715
IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R 7 24726 | 24726 · IR 95 1717 | 1717
IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 · R 7 24736 | 24736 · IR 95 1721 | 1721
IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R 7 24732 | 24732 · IR 95 1719 | 1719
IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R 7 24742 | 24742 · IR 95 1723 | 1723Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Montreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $82 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $82, while a flight costs an average of $620.
Distance: 100 miles (162 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price | $620 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Montreux:
A train is $30 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zurich to Montreux costing on average $111.
A train is $539 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Montreux costing on average $620.
Other travel options to Montreux take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
Flight takes on average 8h 17m.
Tickets start at around $82 compared to roughly $102 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20. The journey takes 2h 36m versus 2h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Montreux trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 2508 · R 7 24714 | 24714 · IR 95 1711 | 1711 | 6:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 8:36 AM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 508 | 508 · RE 33 18461 | 18461 | 6:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 8:51 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 706 | 706 · IR 90 1811 | 1811 | 6:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h54 | 9:09 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · IR 90 1811 | 1811 | 6:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 9:09 AM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 706 | 706 · IR 90 1811 | 1811 | 6:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h37 | 9:09 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 · R 7 24718 | 24718 | 6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h48 | 9:36 AM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
RE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 5 510 | 510 · RE 33 18463 | 18463 | 6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h03 | 9:51 AM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 · R 7 24718 | 24718 · IR 95 1713 | 1713 | 7:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 9:36 AM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 510 | 510 · RE 33 18463 | 18463 | 7:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 9:51 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 708 | 708 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 | 7:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h54 | 10:09 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18925 | 18925 · IC 1 708 | 708 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 | 7:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 10:09 AM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R 7 24722 | 24722 · IR 95 1715 | 1715 | 8:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 10:36 AM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 512 | 512 · RE 33 18465 | 18465 | 8:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 10:51 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · IR 90 1815 | 1815 | 8:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h54 | 11:09 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IR 90 1815 | 1815 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 11:09 AM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · IR 90 1815 | 1815 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h37 | 11:09 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 · RE 33 18467 | 18467 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h03 | 11:51 AM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R 7 24726 | 24726 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h48 | 11:36 AM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R 7 24726 | 24726 · IR 95 1717 | 1717 | 9:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 11:36 AM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · RE 33 18467 | 18467 | 9:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 11:51 AM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 712 | 712 · IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 9:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h54 | 12:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 12:09 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 712 | 712 · IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h37 | 12:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R 7 24732 | 24732 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h48 | 12:36 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 5 516 | 516 · RE 33 18469 | 18469 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h03 | 12:51 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R 7 24732 | 24732 · IR 95 1719 | 1719 | 10:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 12:36 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 516 | 516 · RE 33 18469 | 18469 | 10:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 12:51 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · IR 90 1819 | 1819 | 10:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h54 | 1:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IR 90 1819 | 1819 | 10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 1:09 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · IR 90 1819 | 1819 | 10:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h37 | 1:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 · R 7 24736 | 24736 | 10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h48 | 1:36 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
RE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 5 518 | 518 · RE 33 18471 | 18471 | 10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h03 | 1:51 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 · R 7 24736 | 24736 · IR 95 1721 | 1721 | 11:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 1:36 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 518 | 518 · RE 33 18471 | 18471 | 11:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 1:51 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 716 | 716 · IR 90 1821 | 1821 | 11:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h54 | 2:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18941 | 18941 · IC 1 716 | 716 · IR 90 1821 | 1821 | 11:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 2:09 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 716 | 716 · IR 90 1821 | 1821 | 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h37 | 2:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R 7 24742 | 24742 | 11:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h48 | 2:36 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
RE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 5 520 | 520 · RE 33 18473 | 18473 | 11:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h03 | 2:51 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R 7 24742 | 24742 · IR 95 1723 | 1723 | 12:02 PM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 2:36 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 520 | 520 · RE 33 18473 | 18473 | 12:04 PM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 2:51 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 718 | 718 · IR 90 1823 | 1823 | 12:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h54 | 3:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 718 · IR 90 1823 | 1823 | 12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 3:09 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Zurich to Montreux run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 100 miles (162 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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.
Official public transport app
Montreux Railway Station -> Montreux Place du Marché, Montreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Montreux trains use the Zürich HB to Montreux station pair, with some services arriving at Glion-Alpes. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Montreux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon 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: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten 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 Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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.
Glion-Alpes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Glion-Alpes.
ATMs are available at Glion-Alpes.
Available at Glion-Alpes: WC.
Available at Glion-Alpes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Belmont-sur-Montreux is 1 km from Montreux city centre. Public transport options include:
Belmont-sur-Montreux has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Belmont-sur-Montreux.
ATMs are available at Belmont-sur-Montreux.
Available at Belmont-sur-Montreux: Parking, WC.
Available at Belmont-sur-Montreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need