What is the cheapest way to get from Montreux to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Montreux to Istanbul is to train and bus via Belgrade which costs 9.500 ₺ - 14.000 ₺ and takes 46h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Montreux to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Montreux to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 7h 48m and costs 7.500 ₺ - 22.000 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Montreux and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Montreux to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Montreux and arriving at Yenikapi via Lausanne, Zuerich Hb, Wien Hbf, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 19m.

How far is it from Montreux to Istanbul?

The distance between Montreux and Istanbul is 2020 km. The road distance is 2231.3 km.

How do I travel from Montreux to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Montreux to Istanbul without a car is to train and bus which takes 37h 27m and costs 11.000 ₺ - 32.000 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Montreux to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Montreux to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montreux to Istanbul train from?

Montreux to Istanbul train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lausanne station.

What is the time difference between Montreux and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Montreux. It is currently 5:13 PM in Montreux and 6:13 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Montreux to Istanbul train arrive?

Montreux to Istanbul train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Montreux to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Montreux to Istanbul is 2231 km. It takes approximately 21h 21m to drive from Montreux to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4417+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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There are 10 ways to get from Montreux to Istanbul by train, plane, bus, night train, or car

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Train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Istanbul
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1. Take the train from Montreux to Genève-Aéroporttrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Istanbul (IST)plane GVA - IST
7h 48m
₺7,774–21,213
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lausanne to St. Gallentrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lindau to Istanbulbus
37h 27m
₺11,661–31,287
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
4. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain
42h 19m
₺23,451–50,577
Drive 2,231.3 km
1. Drive from Montreux to Istanbulcar 2,231.3 km
21h 21m
₺21,457–30,993
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Montreux to Genève-Aéroporttrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane GVA - SAW
7h 56m
₺11,277–20,236
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ZRH - SAW
9h 33m
₺8,878–40,094
Train to Basel, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BSL - SAW
10h 4m
₺9,278–34,354
Train, bus to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Montreux to Domodossolatrain
2. Take the bus from Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria to Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1bus
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul (IST)plane MXP - IST
9h 55m
₺8,545–24,232
Train to Basel, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul (IST)plane BSL - IST
9h 56m
₺9,775–32,331
Train, bus via Belgrade
1. Take the train from Montreux to Siontrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Sion, poste/gare to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
3. Take the bus from Belgrade bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus
46h 43m
₺9,631–13,113

Montreux to Istanbul by train and bus

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37h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,020.2 km
Duration: 7h 48m

What companies run services between Montreux, Switzerland and Istanbul, Turkey?

There is no direct connection from Montreux to Istanbul. However, you can take the train to Genève-Aéroport, walk to Geneva International Airport (GVA) airport, fly to Istanbul (IST), walk to Istanbul Airport, take the train to Gayrettepe, then take the train to Vezneciler. Alternatively, you can take a train from Montreux to Istanbul via Lausanne, St. Gallen, St. Gallen(Ch), St. Margrethen Sg, Lindau-Reutin, and Lindau in around 37h 27m.

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