The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken to Montreux
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken to Montreux will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $57.
Of the 5 trains that leave Interlaken for Montreux every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










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Interlaken to Montreux train times
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken to Montreux trains for today, Friday, 26 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 6 959 | 959 · IR 95 1712 | 1712 | 7:04 am Interlaken West | 2h18 | 9:22 am Montreux station | 2 changes | |
IC 81 811 | 811 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R 7 24722 | 24722 · IR 95 1715 | 1715 | 7:04 am Interlaken West | 2h32 | 9:36 am Montreux station | 3 changes | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IR 90 1815 | 1815 | 7:29 am Interlaken Ost | 2h40 | 10:09 am Montreux station | 2 changes | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IR 90 1815 | 1815 | 7:34 am Interlaken West | 2h35 | 10:09 am Montreux station | 2 changes | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R 7 24726 | 24726 · IR 95 1717 | 1717 | 7:59 am Interlaken Ost | 2h37 | 10:36 am Montreux station | 3 changes | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 95 1714 | 1714 | 7:59 am Interlaken Ost | 2h23 | 10:22 am Montreux station | 2 changes | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R 7 24726 | 24726 · IR 95 1717 | 1717 | 8:04 am Interlaken West | 2h32 | 10:36 am Montreux station | 3 changes | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 95 1714 | 1714 | 8:04 am Interlaken West | 2h18 | 10:22 am Montreux station | 2 changes | |
PE GPX 4065 | 4065 | 8:07 am Interlaken Ost | 3h18 | 11:25 am Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 8:29 am Interlaken Ost | 2h19 | 10:48 am Montreux station | 2 changes | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 8:29 am Interlaken Ost | 2h40 | 11:09 am Montreux station | 3 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Interlaken to Montreux
Trains from Interlaken to Montreux run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Rhatische Bahn, SBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Interlaken to Montreux trainsRhatische Bahn, SBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Interlaken and Montreux from $49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Interlaken to Montreux train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken to Montreux by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montreux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Interlaken West, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Montreux, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Interlaken and Montreux
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Bären
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Hotel Krebs Interlaken
- Hotel Bellevue
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Thunersee line
- Train: Connections to Interlaken Ost and other regional destinations
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Des Alpes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage
- Hotel Du Nord
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered and uncovered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and information desk
- Hall 3: access to bus and boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz connections
- Train: Connections to major Swiss cities
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Avenue des Alpes.
- Restaurant Zurcher
- La Rouvenaz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
- Eurotel Montreux
- Hotel Eden Palace au Lac
- Located in the main hall
- 122 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: CGN services on Lake Geneva
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