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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Montreux will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 48 trains from Geneva to Montreux, including 46 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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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Trains from Geneva to Montreux run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Geneva to Montreux.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Montreux trains for today, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IR 95 1743 | 1743 | 23:15 Geneva station | 1h20 | 0:35 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
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RE 33 18441 | 18441 · R 1 24109 | 24109 | 0:27 Geneva station | 4h54 | 5:21 Montreux station | 1 change | |
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 95 1705 | 1705 | 4:08 Geneva station | 1h17 | 5:25 Montreux station | 1 change | |
IR 90 1805 | 1805 | 4:46 Geneva station | 1h17 | 6:03 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18403 | 18403 | 5:06 Geneva station | 1h14 | 6:20 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1707 | 1707 | 5:23 Geneva station | 1h13 | 6:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 41 | 41 | 5:27 Geneva station | 1h03 | 6:30 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18457 | 18457 | 5:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 6:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1807 | 1807 | 6:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 7:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18405 | 18405 | 6:08 Geneva station | 1h13 | 7:21 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1709 | 1709 | 6:24 Geneva station | 1h12 | 7:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18459 | 18459 | 6:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 7:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1809 | 1809 | 7:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 8:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18407 | 18407 | 7:08 Geneva station | 1h12 | 8:20 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1711 | 1711 | 7:23 Geneva station | 1h13 | 8:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 143 | 143 | 7:27 Geneva station | 1h03 | 8:30 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18461 | 18461 | 7:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 8:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1811 | 1811 | 8:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 9:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18409 | 18409 | 8:08 Geneva station | 1h13 | 9:21 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1713 | 1713 | 8:24 Geneva station | 1h12 | 9:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18463 | 18463 | 8:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 9:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 | 9:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 10:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18411 | 18411 | 9:08 Geneva station | 1h13 | 10:21 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1715 | 1715 | 9:24 Geneva station | 1h12 | 10:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18465 | 18465 | 9:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 10:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1815 | 1815 | 10:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 11:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18413 | 18413 | 10:08 Geneva station | 1h13 | 11:21 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1717 | 1717 | 10:24 Geneva station | 1h12 | 11:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18467 | 18467 | 10:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 11:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 11:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 12:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18415 | 18415 | 11:08 Geneva station | 1h13 | 12:21 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1719 | 1719 | 11:24 Geneva station | 1h12 | 12:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18469 | 18469 | 11:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 12:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1819 | 1819 | 12:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 13:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18417 | 18417 | 12:08 Geneva station | 1h13 | 13:21 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1721 | 1721 | 12:24 Geneva station | 1h12 | 13:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18471 | 18471 | 12:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 13:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1821 | 1821 | 13:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 14:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18419 | 18419 | 13:08 Geneva station | 1h12 | 14:20 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1723 | 1723 | 13:23 Geneva station | 1h13 | 14:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 45 | 45 | 13:27 Geneva station | 1h03 | 14:30 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18473 | 18473 | 13:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 14:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1823 | 1823 | 14:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 15:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18421 | 18421 | 14:08 Geneva station | 1h13 | 15:21 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 95 1725 | 1725 | 14:24 Geneva station | 1h12 | 15:36 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 33 18475 | 18475 | 14:38 Geneva station | 1h13 | 15:51 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 1825 | 1825 | 15:05 Geneva station | 1h04 | 16:09 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 90 30841 | 30841 | 23:05 Geneva station | 1h03 | 0:08 Montreux station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Interactive museum inside Queen's former Mountain Studios, with recording history, memorabilia and original studio spaces by the lake.
Regional museum on Montreux history, folk life and the Vaud Riviera, housed in a historic vineyard manor above the town.
Railway heritage museum at nearby Blonay with preserved steam and electric stock, ideal for families and transport enthusiasts.
Flower-lined lakeside promenade linking public art, gardens and mountain views. Ideal for an easy walk between key sights.
Viewpoint terrace above Montreux with a small historic quarter, vineyard setting and one of the best panoramas over Lake Geneva.
Pedestrian-friendly old village streets, a church terrace and traditional houses offer a quieter contrast to the busy lakefront.
Melted cheese fondue from the Vaud and Fribourg region, shared with bread. It is a classic lakeside and alpine comfort dish around Montreux.
Rösti topped with melted raclette cheese, often with pickles and onions. This hearty Swiss dish is widely eaten in the Lake Geneva region.
Cheese melted and scraped over potatoes, gherkins and onions. A signature Valais and western Swiss dish commonly enjoyed in Montreux.
Elegant lakeside dining room focused on refined seasonal cuisine, with terrace views over Lake Geneva and a polished hotel atmosphere.
Long-established restaurant and wine bar offering Swiss and French dishes with a classic brasserie feel close to the waterfront.
Historic café near the lake known for Swiss pastries, light meals and a grand Belle Époque setting popular with visitors and locals.
Montreux is pricier than many European lake towns, with high hotel rates, restaurant prices and Swiss public transport costs.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service, but tipping is not obligatory.
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There are frequent direct trains from Geneva to Montreux operated by Swiss Railways. The schedule starts with a departure around 5:00 a.m. and continues with trains roughly every half hour. Journey times range from under an hour to an hour and ten minutes. The final direct train leaves Geneva at 10:30 p.m. although later trains are available which involve a transfer in Lausanne.
Departure Station: Trains from Geneva to Montreux depart from Geneva Cornavin train station located on the northern side of the city, about 10 minutes walk from the lake front. The 61 bus shuttle connects the station to Geneva's centre and lakeside and the number 10 connects to other rail stations around Geneva. Taxis are available at the main concourse entrance.
Arrival Station: Geneva to Montreux trains arrive at the historic Montreux station is situated by the lakeside, a few minutes on foot from the old town. The lake ferry terminal is a short walk away. Local town buses stop immediately outside. Taxis are available from the front of the station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

Most Geneva to Montreux trains use the Genève to Montreux station pair, with some services arriving at Les Avants. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Montreux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Montreux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zurcher, La Rouvenaz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montreux: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Eurotel Montreux, Hotel Eden Palace au Lac.
Les Avants is 3 km from Montreux city centre. Public transport options include:
Les Avants has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and WC.
Available at Les Avants: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Avants.
Glion-Alpes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Glion-Alpes.
ATMs are available at Glion-Alpes.
Available at Glion-Alpes: WC.
Available at Glion-Alpes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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