Lucerne to Montreux train

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Information about the Lucerne to Montreux train

Travel by train from Lucerne to Montreux. 33 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lucerne at 4h 58m and the last at 21h 00m, allowing you to cover the 140.3 km distance in as little as 2h 35m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

2h 46m

Shortest route time

2h 35m

First hour of departure

4h 58m

Last hour of departure

21h 00m

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

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. Get a great deal by choosing the date and time of departure that offer the most advantageous fares. Be the first to know about good deals with alerts from the "Low Prices" section.

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

The journey on a train from Lucerne to Montreux takes approximately 2h 46m, depending on the operator.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Lucerne to Montreux in 2h 35m.

How many trains run from Lucerne to Montreux each day?

Each day, 33 trains depart from Lucerne to Montreux.

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

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Lucerne and Montreux.

What is the distance between Lucerne and Montreux by train?

By train, about 140.3 km separate Montreux from Lucerne.

What time is the first train from Lucerne to Montreux?

The first train departs from Lucerne at 4h 58m to take you to Montreux.

What time is the last train from Lucerne to Montreux?

If you prefer to travel later, the last train departs Lucerne at 21h 00m.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: LUZERN.

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

The trains on this page terminate at: MONTREUX.

Which train companies operate trains from Lucerne to Montreux?

For your journey from Lucerne to Montreux, you can travel with SBB.

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

The price of a Lucerne – Montreux 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 Lucerne to Montreux 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 Lucerne to Montreux.

Price of a Lucerne – Montreux Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Montreux, 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 Lucerne to Montreux with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lucerne to Montreux at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lucerne – Montreux

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Lucerne to Montreux throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Lucerne – Montreux Train

The best way to pay less for your Lucerne to Montreux train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Lucerne to Montreux, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Lucerne to Montreux and alternative routes

For your journey to Montreux, if a direct train is available from Lucerne, 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 Lucerne to Montreux?

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

SBB

Travel from Lucerne to Montreux 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 Lucerne to Montreux train?

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

SBB

Travel from Lucerne to Montreux 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 Lucerne - Montreux allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lucerne to Montreux 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.

Lucerne to Montreux train schedule for Tuesday 4 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
4h 58m	8h 19m	3h 21m	SBB	Booking
4h 58m Luzern SBB 4706 5h 03m Emmenbruecke 5h 06m Emmenbruecke Kapf 5h 09m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 5h 13m Sempach-Neuenkirch 5h 17m Nottwil 5h 20m Oberkirch Lu 5h 23m Sursee 5h 26m St. Erhard-Knutwil 5h 29m Wauwil 5h 33m Nebikon 5h 35m Dagmersellen 5h 38m Reiden 5h 41m Brittnau-Wikon 5h 44m Zofingen 5h 52m Olten Connection: 10 min 6h 02m Olten SBB 704 6h 28m Bern 6h 56m Fribourg/Freiburg 7h 49m Lausanne Connection: 12 min 8h 01m Lausanne SBB 18407 8h 15m Vevey 8h 19m Montreux
6h 00m	8h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
6h 00m Luzern SBB 2508 6h 17m Sursee 6h 31m Zofingen 7h 00m Bern 7h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 7h 45m Romont 8h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 8h 07m Palezieux SBB 24714 8h 13m Puidoux 8h 16m Chexbres-Village 8h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 8h 30m Vevey SBB 1711 8h 35m Montreux
6h 00m	8h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
6h 00m Luzern SBB 2508 6h 17m Sursee 6h 31m Zofingen 7h 00m Bern 7h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 7h 45m Romont 8h 01m Palezieux 8h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 8h 31m Lausanne SBB 18461 8h 45m Vevey 8h 50m Montreux
7h 00m	9h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
7h 00m Luzern SBB 2510 7h 17m Sursee 7h 31m Zofingen 8h 00m Bern 8h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 8h 45m Romont 9h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 9h 07m Palezieux SBB 24718 9h 13m Puidoux 9h 16m Chexbres-Village 9h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 9h 30m Vevey SBB 1713 9h 35m Montreux
7h 00m	9h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
7h 00m Luzern SBB 2510 7h 17m Sursee 7h 31m Zofingen 8h 00m Bern 8h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 8h 45m Romont 9h 01m Palezieux 9h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 9h 31m Lausanne SBB 18463 9h 45m Vevey 9h 50m Montreux
8h 00m	10h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
8h 00m Luzern SBB 2512 8h 17m Sursee 8h 31m Zofingen 9h 00m Bern 9h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 9h 45m Romont 10h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 10h 07m Palezieux SBB 24722 10h 13m Puidoux 10h 16m Chexbres-Village 10h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 10h 30m Vevey SBB 1715 10h 35m Montreux
8h 00m	10h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
8h 00m Luzern SBB 2512 8h 17m Sursee 8h 31m Zofingen 9h 00m Bern 9h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 9h 45m Romont 10h 01m Palezieux 10h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 10h 31m Lausanne SBB 18465 10h 45m Vevey 10h 50m Montreux
9h 00m	11h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
9h 00m Luzern SBB 2514 9h 17m Sursee 9h 31m Zofingen 10h 00m Bern 10h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 10h 45m Romont 11h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 11h 07m Palezieux SBB 24726 11h 13m Puidoux 11h 16m Chexbres-Village 11h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 11h 30m Vevey SBB 1717 11h 35m Montreux
9h 00m	11h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
9h 00m Luzern SBB 2514 9h 17m Sursee 9h 31m Zofingen 10h 00m Bern 10h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 10h 45m Romont 11h 01m Palezieux 11h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 11h 31m Lausanne SBB 18467 11h 45m Vevey 11h 50m Montreux
10h 00m	12h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
10h 00m Luzern SBB 2516 10h 17m Sursee 10h 31m Zofingen 11h 00m Bern 11h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 11h 45m Romont 12h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 12h 07m Palezieux SBB 24732 12h 13m Puidoux 12h 16m Chexbres-Village 12h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 12h 30m Vevey SBB 1719 12h 35m Montreux
10h 00m	12h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
10h 00m Luzern SBB 2516 10h 17m Sursee 10h 31m Zofingen 11h 00m Bern 11h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 11h 45m Romont 12h 01m Palezieux 12h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 12h 31m Lausanne SBB 18469 12h 45m Vevey 12h 50m Montreux
11h 00m	13h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
11h 00m Luzern SBB 2518 11h 17m Sursee 11h 31m Zofingen 12h 00m Bern 12h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 12h 45m Romont 13h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 13h 07m Palezieux SBB 24736 13h 13m Puidoux 13h 16m Chexbres-Village 13h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 13h 30m Vevey SBB 1721 13h 35m Montreux
11h 00m	13h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
11h 00m Luzern SBB 2518 11h 17m Sursee 11h 31m Zofingen 12h 00m Bern 12h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 12h 45m Romont 13h 01m Palezieux 13h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 13h 31m Lausanne SBB 18471 13h 45m Vevey 13h 50m Montreux
12h 00m	14h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
12h 00m Luzern SBB 2520 12h 17m Sursee 12h 31m Zofingen 13h 00m Bern 13h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 13h 45m Romont 14h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 14h 07m Palezieux SBB 24742 14h 13m Puidoux 14h 16m Chexbres-Village 14h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 14h 30m Vevey SBB 1723 14h 35m Montreux
12h 00m	14h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
12h 00m Luzern SBB 2520 12h 17m Sursee 12h 31m Zofingen 13h 00m Bern 13h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 13h 45m Romont 14h 01m Palezieux 14h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 14h 31m Lausanne SBB 18473 14h 45m Vevey 14h 50m Montreux
13h 00m	15h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
13h 00m Luzern SBB 2522 13h 17m Sursee 13h 31m Zofingen 14h 00m Bern 14h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 14h 45m Romont 15h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 15h 07m Palezieux SBB 24746 15h 13m Puidoux 15h 16m Chexbres-Village 15h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 15h 30m Vevey SBB 1725 15h 35m Montreux
13h 00m	15h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
13h 00m Luzern SBB 2522 13h 17m Sursee 13h 31m Zofingen 14h 00m Bern 14h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 14h 45m Romont 15h 01m Palezieux 15h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 15h 31m Lausanne SBB 18475 15h 45m Vevey 15h 50m Montreux
14h 00m	16h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
14h 00m Luzern SBB 2524 14h 17m Sursee 14h 31m Zofingen 15h 00m Bern 15h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 15h 45m Romont 16h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 16h 07m Palezieux SBB 24752 16h 13m Puidoux 16h 16m Chexbres-Village 16h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 16h 30m Vevey SBB 1727 16h 35m Montreux
14h 00m	16h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
14h 00m Luzern SBB 2524 14h 17m Sursee 14h 31m Zofingen 15h 00m Bern 15h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 15h 45m Romont 16h 01m Palezieux 16h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 16h 31m Lausanne SBB 18477 16h 45m Vevey 16h 50m Montreux
15h 00m	17h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
15h 00m Luzern SBB 2526 15h 17m Sursee 15h 31m Zofingen 16h 00m Bern 16h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 16h 45m Romont 17h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 17h 07m Palezieux SBB 24756 17h 13m Puidoux 17h 16m Chexbres-Village 17h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 17h 30m Vevey SBB 1729 17h 35m Montreux
15h 00m	17h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
15h 00m Luzern SBB 2526 15h 17m Sursee 15h 31m Zofingen 16h 00m Bern 16h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 16h 45m Romont 17h 01m Palezieux 17h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 17h 31m Lausanne SBB 18479 17h 45m Vevey 17h 50m Montreux
16h 00m	18h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
16h 00m Luzern SBB 2528 16h 17m Sursee 16h 31m Zofingen 17h 00m Bern 17h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 17h 45m Romont 18h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 18h 07m Palezieux SBB 24762 18h 13m Puidoux 18h 16m Chexbres-Village 18h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 18h 30m Vevey SBB 1731 18h 35m Montreux
16h 00m	18h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
16h 00m Luzern SBB 2528 16h 17m Sursee 16h 31m Zofingen 17h 00m Bern 17h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 17h 45m Romont 18h 01m Palezieux 18h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 18h 31m Lausanne SBB 18481 18h 45m Vevey 18h 50m Montreux
17h 00m	19h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
17h 00m Luzern SBB 2530 17h 17m Sursee 17h 31m Zofingen 18h 00m Bern 18h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 18h 45m Romont 19h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 19h 07m Palezieux SBB 24766 19h 13m Puidoux 19h 16m Chexbres-Village 19h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 19h 30m Vevey SBB 1733 19h 35m Montreux
17h 00m	19h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
17h 00m Luzern SBB 2530 17h 17m Sursee 17h 31m Zofingen 18h 00m Bern 18h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 18h 45m Romont 19h 01m Palezieux 19h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 19h 31m Lausanne SBB 18483 19h 45m Vevey 19h 50m Montreux
18h 00m	20h 35m	2h 35m	SBB	Booking
18h 00m Luzern SBB 2532 18h 17m Sursee 18h 31m Zofingen 19h 00m Bern 19h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 19h 45m Romont 20h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 20h 07m Palezieux SBB 24772 20h 13m Puidoux 20h 16m Chexbres-Village 20h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 20h 30m Vevey SBB 1735 20h 35m Montreux
18h 00m	20h 50m	2h 50m	SBB	Booking
18h 00m Luzern SBB 2532 18h 17m Sursee 18h 31m Zofingen 19h 00m Bern 19h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 19h 45m Romont 20h 01m Palezieux 20h 20m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 20h 31m Lausanne SBB 18485 20h 45m Vevey 20h 50m Montreux
19h 00m	21h 36m	2h 36m	SBB	Booking
19h 00m Luzern SBB 2534 19h 17m Sursee 19h 31m Zofingen 20h 00m Bern 20h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 20h 45m Romont 21h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 21h 07m Palezieux SBB 24776 21h 13m Puidoux 21h 16m Chexbres-Village 21h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 21h 30m Vevey SBB 1737 21h 36m Montreux
19h 00m	22h 09m	3h 09m	SBB	Booking
19h 00m Luzern SBB 2534 19h 17m Sursee 19h 31m Zofingen 20h 00m Bern 20h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 20h 45m Romont 21h 01m Palezieux 21h 20m Lausanne Connection: 28 min 21h 48m Lausanne SBB 1837 22h 02m Vevey 22h 09m Montreux
20h 00m	22h 36m	2h 36m	SBB	Booking
20h 00m Luzern SBB 2536 20h 17m Sursee 20h 31m Zofingen 21h 00m Bern 21h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 21h 45m Romont 22h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 22h 07m Palezieux SBB 24780 22h 13m Puidoux 22h 16m Chexbres-Village 22h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 22h 30m Vevey SBB 1739 22h 36m Montreux
20h 00m	23h 09m	3h 09m	SBB	Booking
20h 00m Luzern SBB 2536 20h 17m Sursee 20h 31m Zofingen 21h 00m Bern 21h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 21h 45m Romont 22h 01m Palezieux 22h 20m Lausanne Connection: 28 min 22h 48m Lausanne SBB 1839 23h 02m Vevey 23h 09m Montreux
21h 00m	23h 36m	2h 36m	SBB	Booking
21h 00m Luzern SBB 2538 21h 17m Sursee 21h 31m Zofingen 22h 00m Bern 22h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 22h 45m Romont 23h 01m Palezieux Connection: 06 min 23h 07m Palezieux SBB 24784 23h 13m Puidoux 23h 16m Chexbres-Village 23h 26m Vevey Connection: 04 min 23h 30m Vevey SBB 1741 23h 36m Montreux
21h 00m	0h 09m	3h 09m	SBB	Booking
21h 00m Luzern SBB 2538 21h 17m Sursee 21h 31m Zofingen 22h 00m Bern 22h 26m Fribourg/Freiburg 22h 45m Romont 23h 01m Palezieux 23h 20m Lausanne Connection: 28 min 23h 48m Lausanne SBB 1841 0h 02m Vevey 0h 09m Montreux

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