Lausanne to Montreux: travel options
Approximate direct distance: 23 km • Travel distance depends on the route and transport you choose.
Compare the options
Recorded fares and journey times. Check each operator before booking.
| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Price guide | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Direct | SBB CFF FFS (IR / RER Vaud) | About 25m |
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Fare source checked: 14 Oct 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times: SBB CFF FFS (IR / RER Vaud) |
Dep: Lausanne
Arr: Montreux
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The reviewed direct trains from Lausanne to Montreux take about 20–25 minutes. Lausanne and Montreux guest cards cover different marked areas; check the extension or complete fare for your journey. A Vevey stop depends on your ticket conditions. Check the station exit and the local connection to your room, including lifts and any slopes on the route. |
Choosing your journey
Direct trains make this a short transfer, leaving much of the day for the lake. Allow about 20–30 minutes.
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The journey
Direct trains make this a short transfer, leaving much of the day for the lake. Allow about 20–30 minutes for the main connection, plus the journeys at each end. This is a planning range; use the timetable for your travel date.
Departure: Lausanne. Arrival: Montreux.
Check the local card boundary
A Lausanne or Montreux accommodation card has its own marked area. Neither should be treated as automatic coverage for every journey between the two cities. Check the extension or full fare you need.
Decide whether to stop in Vevey
Vevey can be a separate outing or a break on the way if your ticket conditions allow it. Keep luggage arrangements simple. At Montreux, the station sits above the promenade, so check lifts, slopes and the walk to your room.
Tickets and local travel
Use the operator information and SBB journey planner to choose the actual departure. Read the fare conditions: an ordinary ticket and a train-specific Supersaver ticket have different flexibility. Only select a discount if you hold the required card.
The Lausanne guide and Montreux guide explain the local arrival and accommodation choices.
