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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Montreux is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Montreux is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Montreux?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Montreux. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Lausanne, gare via Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Montreux?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Montreux. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Montreux via Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Zurich to Montreux?

The distance between Zurich and Montreux is 243 km. The road distance is 209.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Montreux without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Zurich to Montreux, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Montreux bus from?

Zurich to Montreux bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Montreux train from?

Zurich to Montreux train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Montreux?

The best way to get from Zurich to Montreux is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Zurich to Montreux bus arrive?

Zurich to Montreux bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lausanne station.

Where does the Zurich to Montreux train arrive?

Zurich to Montreux train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Montreux?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Montreux is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Zurich to Montreux.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Montreux?

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Where can I stay near Montreux?

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There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Montreux by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lausannetrain Ic5 / ...
2h 59m
CHF 84–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lausannebus 144 / ...
4h 17m
CHF 25–45
Drive 209.9 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Montreuxcar 209.9 km
2h 12m
CHF 35–51
Fly, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Montreuxtrain
3h 58m
CHF 134–367
Train via Spiez
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Spieztrain Ic8 / ...
2. Take the train from Zweisimmen to Montreuxtrain 30 / ...
5h 38m
CHF 88–137

Zurich to Montreux by train

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Distance: 242.6 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Montreux, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Lausanne every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 75–120 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lausanne 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 18–28 and the journey takes 3h 15m. RegioJet also services this route twice a week.

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