The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Montreux
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Montreux will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lausanne for Montreux on Thu, Dec 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 36 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.
R 3 24321 | 24321
RE 33 18461 | 18461
EC 143 | 143
IR 95 1711 | 1711
RE 33 18407 | 18407
RE 33 18461 | 18461
EC 143 | 143
RE 33 18407 | 18407
IR 95 1711 | 1711
R 3 24321 | 24321Travel Information
Compare train, ferry, and bus for Lausanne to Montreux
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Montreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a ferry costs an average of €32.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Montreux train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Montreux trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 33 18407 | 18407 | 7:01 AM Lausanne station | 0h19 | 7:20 AM Montreux station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3 24321 | 24321 | 7:04 AM Lausanne station | 0h36 | 7:40 AM Montreux station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 143 | 143 | 7:10 AM Lausanne station | 0h19 | 7:29 AM Montreux station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 95 1711 | 1711 | 7:14 AM Lausanne station | 0h21 | 7:35 AM Montreux station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18461 | 18461 | 7:31 AM Lausanne station | 0h19 | 7:50 AM Montreux station | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Montreux
Trains from Lausanne to Montreux run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 19m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Montreux trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Montreux from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to Montreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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.

When departing from Lausanne, you have various train station options to start your route from including Lausanne, Lausanne-Flon and Lausanne-Ouchy. When arriving in Montreux, you can end your route in train stations like Montreux, Montreux, Vernex-Dessus and Montreux-Les Planches.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Lausanne, which is located around 0.4 miles (646 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Montreux, located 0.2 miles (334 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lausanne to Montreux
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Avenue des Alpes.
- Restaurant Zurcher
- La Rouvenaz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
- Eurotel Montreux
- Hotel Eden Palace au Lac
- Located in the main hall
- 122 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: CGN services on Lake Geneva
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