Montreux to Lucerne train

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Information about the Montreux to Lucerne train

Travel by train from Montreux to Lucerne. 36 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Montreux at 5h 04m and the last at 21h 22m, allowing you to cover the 140.3 km distance in as little as 2h 38m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

2h 49m

Shortest route time

2h 38m

First hour of departure

5h 04m

Last hour of departure

21h 22m

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How much does a train ticket from Montreux to Lucerne cost?

Travel smart: by booking your train ticket in advance, you can benefit from the best fares. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. Keep an eye on the best offers by adding an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Montreux to Lucerne take?

The train journey between Montreux and Lucerne takes 2h 49m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Montreux to Lucerne?

Allow 2h 38m to travel between Montreux and Lucerne on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Montreux to Lucerne each day?

To travel from Montreux to Lucerne, you can take one of the 36 trains that operate on this route every day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Montreux and Lucerne?

Between Montreux and Lucerne, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Montreux and Lucerne by train?

The train journey between Montreux and Lucerne, covers around 140.3 km.

What time is the first train from Montreux to Lucerne?

The first train departs from Montreux at 5h 04m to take you to Lucerne.

What time is the last train from Montreux to Lucerne?

You have until 21h 22m to take the last train.

To leave Montreux, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page lists trains departing from: MONTREUX.

At Lucerne, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: LUZERN.

Which train companies operate trains from Montreux to Lucerne?

Travel on a train operated by SBB for your journey from Montreux to Lucerne.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Montreux to Lucerne?

The price of a Montreux – Lucerne train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Montreux to Lucerne thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Montreux to Lucerne.

Price of a Montreux – Lucerne Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Montreux to Lucerne, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Montreux to Lucerne with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Montreux to Lucerne at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Montreux – Lucerne

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Montreux – Lucerne Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Montreux to Lucerne. For last-minute train tickets from Montreux to Lucerne, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Montreux to Lucerne and alternative routes

For your journey to Lucerne, if a direct train is available from Montreux, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Montreux to Lucerne?

If you're travelling from Montreux to Lucerne, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

SBB

Travel from Montreux to Lucerne with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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What travel classes are available on the Montreux to Lucerne train?

To travel from Montreux to Lucerne, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

SBB

Travel from Montreux to Lucerne by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Montreux - Lucerne allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

What on-board services are available on the Montreux to Lucerne train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Montreux to Lucerne route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

SBB

Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.
Free Internet on board and in stations

Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!
Enhanced comfort in 1st class

Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.
Transporting your luggage on board the train

SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.
Transporting your bicycle on board the train

Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.
Travelling with your pet

Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

Montreux to Lucerne train schedule for Tuesday 4 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
5h 04m	8h 01m	2h 57m	SBB	Booking
5h 04m Montreux SBB 24202 5h 07m Clarens 5h 09m Burier 5h 11m La Tour-De-Peilz 5h 13m Vevey 5h 21m Cully 5h 27m Lutry 5h 31m Pully 5h 35m Lausanne Connection: 05 min 5h 40m Lausanne SBB 2507 5h 57m Palezieux 6h 13m Romont 6h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 6h 56m Bern 7h 28m Zofingen 7h 41m Sursee 8h 01m Luzern
5h 23m	8h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
5h 23m Montreux SBB 1702 5h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 5h 33m Vevey SBB 24711 5h 40m Chexbres-Village 5h 44m Puidoux 5h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 5h 57m Palezieux SBB 2507 6h 13m Romont 6h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 6h 56m Bern 7h 28m Zofingen 7h 41m Sursee 8h 01m Luzern
6h 01m	9h 01m	3h 00m	SBB	Booking
6h 01m Montreux SBB 24206 6h 02m Clarens 6h 05m Burier 6h 07m La Tour-De-Peilz 6h 09m Vevey 6h 18m Cully 6h 27m Lutry 6h 30m Pully 6h 35m Lausanne Connection: 05 min 6h 40m Lausanne SBB 2509 6h 57m Palezieux 7h 13m Romont 7h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 7h 56m Bern 8h 28m Zofingen 8h 41m Sursee 9h 01m Luzern
6h 23m	9h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
6h 23m Montreux SBB 1704 6h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 6h 33m Vevey SBB 24715 6h 40m Chexbres-Village 6h 44m Puidoux 6h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 6h 57m Palezieux SBB 2509 7h 13m Romont 7h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 7h 56m Bern 8h 28m Zofingen 8h 41m Sursee 9h 01m Luzern
7h 08m	10h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
7h 08m Montreux SBB 18454 7h 14m Vevey 7h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 7h 40m Lausanne SBB 2511 7h 57m Palezieux 8h 13m Romont 8h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 8h 56m Bern 9h 28m Zofingen 9h 41m Sursee 10h 01m Luzern
7h 23m	10h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
7h 23m Montreux SBB 1706 7h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 7h 33m Vevey SBB 24719 7h 40m Chexbres-Village 7h 44m Puidoux 7h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 7h 57m Palezieux SBB 2511 8h 13m Romont 8h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 8h 56m Bern 9h 28m Zofingen 9h 41m Sursee 10h 01m Luzern
8h 08m	11h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
8h 08m Montreux SBB 18456 8h 14m Vevey 8h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 8h 40m Lausanne SBB 2513 8h 57m Palezieux 9h 13m Romont 9h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 9h 56m Bern 10h 28m Zofingen 10h 41m Sursee 11h 01m Luzern
8h 23m	11h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
8h 23m Montreux SBB 1708 8h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 8h 33m Vevey SBB 24723 8h 40m Chexbres-Village 8h 44m Puidoux 8h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 8h 57m Palezieux SBB 2513 9h 13m Romont 9h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 9h 56m Bern 10h 28m Zofingen 10h 41m Sursee 11h 01m Luzern
9h 08m	12h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
9h 08m Montreux SBB 18458 9h 14m Vevey 9h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 9h 40m Lausanne SBB 2515 9h 57m Palezieux 10h 13m Romont 10h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 10h 56m Bern 11h 28m Zofingen 11h 41m Sursee 12h 01m Luzern
9h 23m	12h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
9h 23m Montreux SBB 1710 9h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 9h 33m Vevey SBB 24727 9h 40m Chexbres-Village 9h 44m Puidoux 9h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 9h 57m Palezieux SBB 2515 10h 13m Romont 10h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 10h 56m Bern 11h 28m Zofingen 11h 41m Sursee 12h 01m Luzern
10h 08m	13h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
10h 08m Montreux SBB 18460 10h 14m Vevey 10h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 10h 40m Lausanne SBB 2517 10h 57m Palezieux 11h 13m Romont 11h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 11h 56m Bern 12h 28m Zofingen 12h 41m Sursee 13h 01m Luzern
10h 23m	13h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
10h 23m Montreux SBB 1712 10h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 10h 33m Vevey SBB 24733 10h 40m Chexbres-Village 10h 44m Puidoux 10h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 10h 57m Palezieux SBB 2517 11h 13m Romont 11h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 11h 56m Bern 12h 28m Zofingen 12h 41m Sursee 13h 01m Luzern
11h 07m	14h 01m	2h 54m	SBB	Booking
11h 07m Montreux SBB 18462 11h 14m Vevey 11h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 11h 40m Lausanne SBB 2519 11h 57m Palezieux 12h 13m Romont 12h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 12h 56m Bern 13h 28m Zofingen 13h 41m Sursee 14h 01m Luzern
11h 23m	14h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
11h 23m Montreux SBB 1714 11h 28m Vevey Connection: 05 min 11h 33m Vevey SBB 24737 11h 40m Chexbres-Village 11h 44m Puidoux 11h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 11h 57m Palezieux SBB 2519 12h 13m Romont 12h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 12h 56m Bern 13h 28m Zofingen 13h 41m Sursee 14h 01m Luzern
12h 08m	15h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
12h 08m Montreux SBB 18464 12h 14m Vevey 12h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 12h 40m Lausanne SBB 2521 12h 57m Palezieux 13h 13m Romont 13h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 13h 56m Bern 14h 28m Zofingen 14h 41m Sursee 15h 01m Luzern
12h 23m	15h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
12h 23m Montreux SBB 1716 12h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 12h 33m Vevey SBB 24743 12h 40m Chexbres-Village 12h 44m Puidoux 12h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 12h 57m Palezieux SBB 2521 13h 13m Romont 13h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 13h 56m Bern 14h 28m Zofingen 14h 41m Sursee 15h 01m Luzern
13h 08m	16h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
13h 08m Montreux SBB 18466 13h 14m Vevey 13h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 13h 40m Lausanne SBB 2523 13h 57m Palezieux 14h 13m Romont 14h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 14h 56m Bern 15h 28m Zofingen 15h 41m Sursee 16h 01m Luzern
13h 23m	16h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
13h 23m Montreux SBB 1718 13h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 13h 33m Vevey SBB 24747 13h 40m Chexbres-Village 13h 44m Puidoux 13h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 13h 57m Palezieux SBB 2523 14h 13m Romont 14h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 14h 56m Bern 15h 28m Zofingen 15h 41m Sursee 16h 01m Luzern
14h 08m	17h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
14h 08m Montreux SBB 18468 14h 14m Vevey 14h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 14h 40m Lausanne SBB 2525 14h 57m Palezieux 15h 13m Romont 15h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 15h 56m Bern 16h 28m Zofingen 16h 41m Sursee 17h 01m Luzern
14h 23m	17h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
14h 23m Montreux SBB 1720 14h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 14h 33m Vevey SBB 24753 14h 40m Chexbres-Village 14h 44m Puidoux 14h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 14h 57m Palezieux SBB 2525 15h 13m Romont 15h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 15h 56m Bern 16h 28m Zofingen 16h 41m Sursee 17h 01m Luzern
15h 08m	18h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
15h 08m Montreux SBB 18470 15h 14m Vevey 15h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 15h 40m Lausanne SBB 2527 15h 57m Palezieux 16h 13m Romont 16h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 16h 56m Bern 17h 28m Zofingen 17h 41m Sursee 18h 01m Luzern
15h 23m	18h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
15h 23m Montreux SBB 1722 15h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 15h 33m Vevey SBB 24757 15h 40m Chexbres-Village 15h 44m Puidoux 15h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 15h 57m Palezieux SBB 2527 16h 13m Romont 16h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 16h 56m Bern 17h 28m Zofingen 17h 41m Sursee 18h 01m Luzern
16h 08m	19h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
16h 08m Montreux SBB 18472 16h 14m Vevey 16h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 16h 40m Lausanne SBB 2529 16h 57m Palezieux 17h 13m Romont 17h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 17h 56m Bern 18h 28m Zofingen 18h 41m Sursee 19h 01m Luzern
16h 23m	19h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
16h 23m Montreux SBB 1724 16h 28m Vevey Connection: 05 min 16h 33m Vevey SBB 24763 16h 40m Chexbres-Village 16h 44m Puidoux 16h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 16h 57m Palezieux SBB 2529 17h 13m Romont 17h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 17h 56m Bern 18h 28m Zofingen 18h 41m Sursee 19h 01m Luzern
17h 08m	20h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
17h 08m Montreux SBB 18474 17h 14m Vevey 17h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 17h 40m Lausanne SBB 2531 17h 57m Palezieux 18h 13m Romont 18h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 18h 56m Bern 19h 28m Zofingen 19h 41m Sursee 20h 01m Luzern
17h 23m	20h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
17h 23m Montreux SBB 1726 17h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 17h 33m Vevey SBB 24767 17h 40m Chexbres-Village 17h 44m Puidoux 17h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 17h 57m Palezieux SBB 2531 18h 13m Romont 18h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 18h 56m Bern 19h 28m Zofingen 19h 41m Sursee 20h 01m Luzern
18h 08m	21h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
18h 08m Montreux SBB 18476 18h 14m Vevey 18h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 18h 40m Lausanne SBB 2533 18h 57m Palezieux 19h 13m Romont 19h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 19h 56m Bern 20h 28m Zofingen 20h 41m Sursee 21h 01m Luzern
18h 23m	21h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
18h 23m Montreux SBB 1728 18h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 18h 33m Vevey SBB 24773 18h 40m Chexbres-Village 18h 44m Puidoux 18h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 18h 57m Palezieux SBB 2533 19h 13m Romont 19h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 19h 56m Bern 20h 28m Zofingen 20h 41m Sursee 21h 01m Luzern
19h 08m	22h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
19h 08m Montreux SBB 18478 19h 14m Vevey 19h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 19h 40m Lausanne SBB 2535 19h 57m Palezieux 20h 13m Romont 20h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 20h 56m Bern 21h 28m Zofingen 21h 41m Sursee 22h 01m Luzern
19h 23m	22h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
19h 23m Montreux SBB 1730 19h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 19h 33m Vevey SBB 24777 19h 40m Chexbres-Village 19h 44m Puidoux 19h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 19h 57m Palezieux SBB 2535 20h 13m Romont 20h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 20h 56m Bern 21h 28m Zofingen 21h 41m Sursee 22h 01m Luzern
19h 38m	22h 55m	3h 17m	SBB	Booking
19h 38m Montreux SBB 18434 19h 45m Vevey 19h 59m Lausanne Connection: 10 min 20h 09m Lausanne SBB 735 21h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 21h 26m Bern 21h 57m Olten Connection: 09 min 22h 06m Olten SBB 4741 22h 12m Zofingen 22h 16m Reiden 22h 19m Dagmersellen 22h 22m Nebikon 22h 26m Wauwil 22h 30m Sursee 22h 37m Sempach-Neuenkirch 22h 42m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 22h 47m Emmenbruecke 22h 55m Luzern
20h 08m	23h 01m	2h 53m	SBB	Booking
20h 08m Montreux SBB 18480 20h 13m Vevey 20h 28m Lausanne Connection: 12 min 20h 40m Lausanne SBB 2537 20h 57m Palezieux 21h 13m Romont 21h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 21h 56m Bern 22h 28m Zofingen 22h 41m Sursee 23h 01m Luzern
20h 23m	23h 01m	2h 38m	SBB	Booking
20h 23m Montreux SBB 1732 20h 28m Vevey Connection: 05 min 20h 33m Vevey SBB 24781 20h 40m Chexbres-Village 20h 44m Puidoux 20h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 20h 57m Palezieux SBB 2537 21h 13m Romont 21h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 21h 56m Bern 22h 28m Zofingen 22h 41m Sursee 23h 01m Luzern
20h 38m	23h 55m	3h 17m	SBB	Booking
20h 38m Montreux SBB 18436 20h 45m Vevey 20h 59m Lausanne Connection: 10 min 21h 09m Lausanne SBB 737 22h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 22h 26m Bern 22h 57m Olten Connection: 10 min 23h 07m Olten SBB 4743 23h 13m Zofingen 23h 17m Reiden 23h 20m Dagmersellen 23h 23m Nebikon 23h 27m Wauwil 23h 31m Sursee 23h 38m Sempach-Neuenkirch 23h 42m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 23h 47m Emmenbruecke 23h 55m Luzern
21h 08m	0h 14m	3h 06m	SBB	Booking
21h 08m Montreux SBB 18482 21h 13m Vevey 21h 28m Lausanne Connection: 12 min 21h 40m Lausanne SBB 2539 21h 57m Palezieux 22h 13m Romont 22h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 22h 56m Bern 23h 40m Zofingen 23h 55m Sursee 0h 14m Luzern
21h 22m	0h 14m	2h 52m	SBB	Booking
21h 22m Montreux SBB 1734 21h 29m Vevey Connection: 04 min 21h 33m Vevey SBB 24785 21h 40m Chexbres-Village 21h 44m Puidoux 21h 52m Palezieux Connection: 05 min 21h 57m Palezieux SBB 2539 22h 13m Romont 22h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 22h 56m Bern 23h 40m Zofingen 23h 55m Sursee 0h 14m Luzern

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