The cheapest and fastest trains from Montreux to Basel
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreux to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montreux to Basel will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 4 trains that leave Montreux for Basel on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Montreux to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreux to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €44, and a bus costs an average of €67.
Distance: 135 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€57 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Montreux to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Montreux to Basel trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:08 AM Montreux | 2h47 | 9:55 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 AM Montreux | 2h43 | 10:32 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:08 AM Montreux | 2h47 | 10:55 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:23 AM Montreux | 2h38 | 11:01 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Montreux to Basel by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montreux to Basel
Trains from Montreux to Basel run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Montreux to Basel trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Montreux and Basel from €44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Montreux to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreux to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montreux to Basel
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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