The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Montreux
Cheapest price
€161
Average price
€195
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Montreux will cost around €195 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €161.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Montreux without transferring at least 3 times.
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IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 · R 4 24497 | 24497
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IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 5 1538 | 1538 · R 3 24395 | 24395
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IC 21 691 | 691 · IC 5 538 | 538 · R 4 24493 | 24493
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IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 5 1538 | 1538
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IC 21 691 | 691 · IC 5 538 | 538
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IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540
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IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 · R 4 24497 | 24497
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IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 5 524 | 524Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Montreux
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Montreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €40.
Distance: 435 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€156 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €160 Average price |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Montreux train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris 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 |
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2065+ 96251 · 96119+ IC 61 627 | 627 | On time 8:25 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h44 | 5:09 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2065+ 96251 · 96119+ IC 51 1624 | 1624 | On time 8:25 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h25 | 3:50 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2065+ 96251 · 96119+ IC 6 625 | 625 | On time 8:25 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h44 | 4:09 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
9591+ 96219+ IC 6 625 | 625 · IC 1 722 | 722 | On time 8:55 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h14 | 4:09 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9591+ 96219+ IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 5 524 | 524 | On time 8:55 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h55 | 3:50 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9591+ 96219+ IC 61 627 | 627 · IC 1 724 | 724 | On time 8:55 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h14 | 5:09 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9213+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 5 1538 | 1538 · R 3 24395 | 24395 | On time 9:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 13h39 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
9213+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 · R 4 24497 | 24497 | On time 9:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 14h12 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
9213+ IC 21 691 | 691 · IC 5 538 | 538 · R 4 24493 | 24493 | On time 9:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 13h12 | 11:04 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
2507+ 835021 · 96223+ IC 61 989 | 989 | On time 10:04 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 14h00 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2507+ 835021 · 96223+ IC 21 691 | 691 | On time 10:04 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 13h00 | 11:04 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2507+ 835021 · 96223+ IC 6 641 | 641 | On time 10:04 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 13h27 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2421+ 96263 · 96129+ IC 61 989 | 989 | On time 11:46 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 12h18 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2421+ 96263 · 96129+ IC 6 641 | 641 | On time 11:46 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 11h45 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2421+ 96263 · 96129+ IC 21 691 | 691 | On time 11:46 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 11h18 | 11:04 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
9575+ 96225+ IC 21 691 | 691 · IC 5 538 | 538 | On time 12:54 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 10h10 | 11:04 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9575+ 96225+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 | On time 12:54 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 11h10 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9575+ 96225+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 5 1538 | 1538 | On time 12:54 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 10h37 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9563+ 96231+ IC 21 691 | 691 · IC 5 538 | 538 | On time 2:21 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h43 | 11:04 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9563+ 96231+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 | On time 2:21 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h43 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9563+ 96231+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 5 1538 | 1538 | On time 2:21 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h10 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
2067+ 96233 · 96139+ IC 61 989 | 989 | On time 2:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h09 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2067+ 96233 · 96139+ IC 21 691 | 691 | On time 2:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h09 | 11:04 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
2067+ 96233 · 96139+ IC 6 641 | 641 | On time 2:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h36 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 5 transfers | |
9219+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 5 1538 | 1538 · R 3 24395 | 24395 | On time 3:21 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 8h10 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
9219+ IC 21 691 | 691 · IC 5 538 | 538 · R 4 24493 | 24493 | On time 3:21 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h43 | 11:04 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
9219+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 · R 4 24497 | 24497 | On time 3:21 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 8h43 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
9531+ 96247+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 5 1538 | 1538 | On time 4:25 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h06 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9531+ 96247+ IC 21 691 | 691 · IC 5 538 | 538 | On time 4:25 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h39 | 11:04 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9531+ 96247+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 | On time 4:25 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h39 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9579+ 96239+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 | On time 4:54 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h10 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9579+ 96239+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 5 1538 | 1538 | On time 4:54 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h37 | 11:31 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
9223+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 · R 4 24497 | 24497 | On time 5:21 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h43 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
2425+ 96269+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 | On time 5:23 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h41 | 12:04 AM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Montreux
Trains from Paris to Montreux run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €149 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €149 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:15 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, Deutsche Bahn from Paris to Montreux trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Paris and Montreux from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TGV INOUI
TGV
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Montreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Montreux
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
- 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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