How to travel from Florence to Montreux

There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Montreux including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Montreux is a train with an average price of €57.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Montreux:

A train is €21 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Montreux costing on average €78.

A train is €326 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Montreux costing on average €383.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Montreux is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 53m.

Other travel options to Montreux take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 7m.

Bus takes on average 11h 35m.

The distance from Florence to Montreux is approximately 280 miles (451 km).

The average frequency per day from Florence to Montreux is:

• Around 37 flights per day.
• Around 11 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Montreux as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Montreux:

• Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
• Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Montreux, gare.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Montreux, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Vueling, Air Baltic, ITA, British Airways to go to Montreux by flight.
• Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity to go to Montreux by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Montreux by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Florence to Montreux:

• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Florence to Montreux often also extend their vacation to go to Geneva, Milan, Interlaken, Zermatt, Lausanne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Montreux and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Montreux to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Montreux, you can enjoy the Montreux Jazz Festival, a renowned annual music event with international artists and diverse genres. Take a scenic boat cruise on Lake Geneva for breathtaking views of mountains and charming towns. Explore the Montreux Christmas Market for festive stalls and local crafts. Visit the Queen Studio Experience, an interactive museum about the band Queen. Walk along the Montreux Lakeside Promenade for beautiful scenery and public art. Don't miss Chillon Castle, a medieval fortress with historical exhibits, or Rochers-de-Naye for panoramic views. Admire the Freddie Mercury Statue, explore the Lavaux Vineyards, and visit the historic Montreux Palace.

Two to three days is ideal to explore Montreux, allowing time to enjoy the scenic lakeside, visit the Chillon Castle, and experience the local culture and music scene.