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Zurich to Montreux train

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Information about the Zurich to Montreux train

Travel by train from Zurich to Montreux. 33 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Zurich at 5h 19m and the last at 22h 04m, allowing you to cover the 197.18 km distance in as little as 2h 37m.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Montreux

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

We recommend booking your train ticket in advance to make the most of the best offers. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The train journey between Zurich and Montreux takes 2h 44m on average.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Zurich to Montreux in 2h 37m.

How many trains run from Zurich to Montreux each day?

To travel from Zurich to Montreux, you can take one of the 33 trains that operate on this route every day.

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

You can reach Montreux from Zurich via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Zurich and Montreux by train?

The train journey between Zurich and Montreux, covers around 197.18 km.

What time is the first train from Zurich to Montreux?

Need to leave early? The Zurich to Montreux train at 5h 19m is the first of the day.

What time is the last train from Zurich to Montreux?

If you prefer a later departure, take the last train leaving Zurich at 22h 04m.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: ZURICH HB.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: MONTREUX.

Which train companies operate trains from Zurich to Montreux?

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

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

The price of a Zurich – 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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Montreux.

Price of a Zurich – Montreux Train Ticket

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

Promotional Fare for Zurich – Montreux

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 Zurich – Montreux Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Zurich to Montreux ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Zurich to Montreux and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Zurich - Montreux. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Zurich to Montreux?

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

SBB

SBB

Travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Montreux train?

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

SBB

SBB

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

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

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

SBB

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.

Which stations does the train from Zurich to Montreux depart from and arrive at?

Find information on the location of departure and arrival stations, how to get there and a selective overview of destinations served.

Zürich HB

Zürich HB

Welcome to Zurich! Zurich's central station, Zürich HB (or Zürich Hauptbahnhof), welcomes you in a modern, well-equipped setting. A starting point for other Swiss cities or a stop on the way to Germany, Austria or France, Zurich, ideally located on the shores of a lake, lends itself to sightseeing as soon as you step off the train.

Right in the centre of Zurich, Zürich Hauptbahnhof station is the gateway to a major Swiss city. Located opposite the Swiss National Museum and a few minutes' walk from the historic centre, the station offers everyone its modern facilities and shops.

How do I get to Zurich HB station?

As a true multimodal hub, Zurich HB station is very easy to reach: it is served by various lines of the ZVV network (S-Bahn, buses, trams), as well as SZU trains. In addition, bicycle parking with several hundred spaces is available.

What are the main destinations from Zurich HB station?

From Zurich station, you can easily travel to many destinations in Switzerland, as well as to Germany, Italy and Austria. TGV Lyria runs several services every day from Zurich to Paris in France, via Basel, Mulhouse, Dijon and Belfort-Montbéliard. The nearby Zurich Central Bus Station is the departure point for Flixbus and BlaBlaCar Bus coaches to destinations across Europe.

Discover the station Zürich HB
Zurich to Montreux train schedule for Friday 6 November 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 19m 8h 09m 2h 50m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 704
  • Lenzburg
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1809
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
6h 04m 8h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 508
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18461
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
6h 32m 9h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 706
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1811
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
7h 04m 9h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 510
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18463
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
7h 32m 10h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 708
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1813
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
8h 04m 10h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 512
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18465
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
8h 32m 11h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 710
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1815
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
9h 04m 11h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 514
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18467
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
9h 32m 12h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 712
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1817
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
10h 04m 12h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 516
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18469
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
10h 32m 13h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 714
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1819
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
11h 04m 13h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 518
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18471
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
11h 32m 14h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 716
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1821
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
12h 04m 14h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 520
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18473
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
12h 32m 15h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 718
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1823
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
13h 04m 15h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 522
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18475
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
13h 32m 16h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 720
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1825
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
14h 04m 16h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 524
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18477
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
14h 32m 17h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 722
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1827
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
15h 04m 17h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 526
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18479
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
15h 32m 18h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 724
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1829
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
16h 04m 18h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 528
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18481
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
16h 32m 19h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 726
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1831
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
17h 04m 19h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 530
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18483
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
17h 32m 20h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 728
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1833
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
18h 04m 20h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 532
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18485
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
18h 32m 21h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 730
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1835
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
19h 04m 21h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 534
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18487
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
19h 32m 22h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 732
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1837
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
20h 04m 22h 51m 2h 47m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 536
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 18489
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
20h 32m 23h 09m 2h 37m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 734
  • Bern
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 1839
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
21h 04m 0h 09m 3h 05m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 538
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Connection: 20 min
  • Renens Vd
    SBB 1841
  • Lausanne
  • Vevey
  • Montreux
22h 04m 1h 19m 3h 15m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 540
  • Aarau
  • Olten
  • Solothurn
  • Grenchen Sud
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Lausanne
  • Connection: 35 min
  • Lausanne
    SBB 18495
  • Vevey
  • Montreux