The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Montreux
Cheapest price
€57
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Montreux will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich for Montreux on Sun, Jan 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 18 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Sun, Jan 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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 Zurich to Montreux
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Montreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. 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 €54, and a bus costs an average of €47.
Distance: 162 km
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€70 Average price Cheapest | €76 Average price |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Montreux train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Montreux trains for today, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R 7 24752 | 24752 | 12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h48 | 3:36 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
RE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 5 524 | 524 · RE 33 18477 | 18477 | 12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h03 | 3:51 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R 7 24752 | 24752 · IR 95 1727 | 1727 | 1:02 PM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 3:36 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 524 | 524 · RE 33 18477 | 18477 | 1:04 PM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 3:51 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 722 | 722 · IR 90 1827 | 1827 | 1:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h54 | 4:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18953 | 18953 · IC 1 722 | 722 · IR 90 1827 | 1827 | 1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 4:09 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 722 | 722 · IR 90 1827 | 1827 | 1:32 PM Zurich HB | 2h37 | 4:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 81 822 | 822 · IR 15 2526 | 2526 · R 7 24756 | 24756 | 1:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h48 | 4:36 PM Montreux station | 4 transfers | |
RE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 5 526 | 526 · RE 33 18479 | 18479 | 1:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h03 | 4:51 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 822 | 822 · IR 15 2526 | 2526 · R 7 24756 | 24756 · IR 95 1729 | 1729 | 2:02 PM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 4:36 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 526 | 526 · RE 33 18479 | 18479 | 2:04 PM Zurich HB | 2h47 | 4:51 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18957 | 18957 · IC 904 | 904 · IR 90 1829 | 1829 | 2:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h53 | 5:09 PM Montreux station | 2 transfers | |
IC 904 | 904 · IR 90 1829 | 1829 | 2:32 PM Zurich HB | 2h37 | 5:09 PM Montreux station | 1 transfer | |
IC 8 824 | 824 · IR 15 2528 | 2528 · R 7 24762 | 24762 · IR 95 1731 | 1731 | 3:02 PM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 5:36 PM Montreux station | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, January 18 | |||||
![]() | 6:02 AM Zurich | 2h33 | 8:35 AM Montreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:04 AM Zurich | 2h46 | 8:50 AM Montreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Zurich | 2h50 | 9:20 AM Montreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:32 AM Zurich | 3h03 | 9:35 AM Montreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:04 AM Zurich | 2h46 | 9:50 AM Montreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Montreux
Trains from Zurich to Montreux run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €54 but you can travel from only €47 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €54 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Montreux trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Montreux from €47. 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 Zurich to Montreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Montreux
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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