The cheapest and fastest trains from Montreux to Zermatt
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€69
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreux to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montreux to Zermatt will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
It's difficult to get from Montreux to Zermatt without transferring at least once.
IR 90 1805 | 1805 · R 42 315 | 315
IR 95 1705 | 1705 · R 42 213 | 213
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · R 42 331 | 331
IR 95 1707 | 1707 · R 41 217 | 217
IR 95 1713 | 1713 · R 41 229 | 229
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · R 42 331 | 331
IR 95 1707 | 1707 · R 41 217 | 217
IR 95 1713 | 1713 · R 41 229 | 229
IR 90 1807 | 1807 · R 42 319 | 319
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · R 42 327 | 327Live departures
Montreux to Zermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Montreux to Zermatt trains for today, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:36 AM Montreux | 2h41 | 12:17 PM Zermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Montreux | 2h40 | 12:50 PM Zermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Montreux | 2h38 | 9:48 PM Zermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 24 | |||||
IR 95 1705 | 1705 · R 42 213 | 213 | 4:26 AM Montreux station | 2h51 | 7:17 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 90 1805 | 1805 · R 42 315 | 315 | 5:04 AM Montreux station | 2h46 | 7:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 95 1707 | 1707 · R 41 217 | 217 | 5:37 AM Montreux station | 2h40 | 8:17 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 90 1807 | 1807 · R 42 319 | 319 | 6:10 AM Montreux station | 2h40 | 8:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 95 1709 | 1709 · R 41 221 | 221 | 6:37 AM Montreux station | 2h40 | 9:17 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 90 1809 | 1809 · R 42 323 | 323 | 7:10 AM Montreux station | 2h40 | 9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 95 1711 | 1711 · R 41 225 | 225 | 7:37 AM Montreux station | 2h40 | 10:17 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · R 42 327 | 327 | 8:10 AM Montreux station | 2h40 | 10:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 95 1713 | 1713 · R 41 229 | 229 | 8:37 AM Montreux station | 2h40 | 11:17 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · R 42 331 | 331 | 9:10 AM Montreux station | 2h40 | 11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Montreux to Zermatt
Trains from Montreux to Zermatt run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Montreux to Zermatt trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Montreux and Zermatt from €43. 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 Montreux to Zermatt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreux to Zermatt 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 Zermatt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montreux to Zermatt
- 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
- Ticket machines available
- Free
- 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat Restaurant
- Panorama Self
- Ramps.
- Free
- 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat
- The station serves as a departure point for the Gornergrat Bahn cogwheel train, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
- Cogwheel train: Gornergrat Bahn from Zermatt
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