How to travel from Montreux to Lausanne

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Compare train and ferry for Montreux to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreux to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €17.

Distance: 14 miles (23 km)

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€17

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€49

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55m

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25m

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32m

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The cheapest way to travel from Montreux to Lausanne is a train with an average price of €17.

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

A train is €18 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Montreux to Lausanne costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Montreux to Lausanne is by bus with an average journey time of 51m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 55m.

Ferry takes on average 2h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montreux and Lausanne including taking a train and ferry.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Montreux to Lausanne among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 7m faster (25m by train vs 32m by car) and roughly €32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€17 vs €49). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Montreux to Lausanne

How to get from Montreux to Lausanne by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Montreux to Lausanne is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBBRE 33 18456 | 18456
    8:08 AM0h21
    Montreux station
    8:29 AMLausanne station
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBRE 33 18456 | 18456
    8:08 AM0h21
    Montreux station
    8:29 AMLausanne station
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBRE 33 18456 | 18456
    8:08 AM0h21
    Montreux station
    8:29 AMLausanne station
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SBBRE 33 18412 | 18412
    8:38 AM0h21
    Montreux station
    8:59 AMLausanne station
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBIR 95 1708 | 1708
    8:23 AM0h23
    Montreux station
    8:46 AMLausanne station
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBIR 90 1810 | 1810
    8:49 AM0h23
    Montreux station
    9:12 AMLausanne station
    151One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Montreux to Lausanne

Travel to Lausanne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Montreux to Lausanne.

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There are 2 options to travel between Montreux and Lausanne including taking a train and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Montreux to Lausanne is a train with an average price of €17.

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

A train is €18 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Montreux to Lausanne costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Montreux to Lausanne is by bus with an average journey time of 51m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 55m.

Ferry takes on average 2h 20m.

The distance from Montreux to Lausanne is approximately 14 miles (23 km).
The average frequency per day from Montreux to Lausanne is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 2 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Montreux to Lausanne:
  • Trains mostly depart from Montreux station and arrive in Lausanne station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montreux to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Lausanne by bus.
  • Travel with CGN to go to Lausanne by ferry.
  • Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Lausanne by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Montreux to Lausanne with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 2 direct ferries per day with CGN.
  • 11 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Omio customers who travel from Montreux to Lausanne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Geneva, Lyon, Zurich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lausanne and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lausanne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lausanne, you can explore the vibrant Flon District with its trendy shops and nightlife, take a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for picturesque views, visit the diverse Lausanne Botanical Garden, or enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Lavaux vineyards. Attend a performance at the Lausanne Opera for culture and entertainment. Must-see sights include the Gothic Lausanne Cathedral, the engaging Olympic Museum, the unique Collection de l'Art Brut, the scenic Ouchy Promenade, and the Hermitage Foundation art museum.
Three days in Lausanne is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Olympic Museum, the historic Old Town, and the beautiful lakeside promenade.

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