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Queen Studio Experience
Interactive museum inside Queen's former Mountain Studios, with recording history, memorabilia and original studio spaces by the lake.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£76
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£101
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
5 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
5 h 2 m
Trains on 16 Oct
55
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Montreux will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
To travel from Milan to Montreux you need to make at least 4 changes.
IC 21 664 | 664 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R 7 24722 | 24722 · IR 95 1715 | 1715
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 668 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R 7 24732 | 24732
S 10 25154 | 25154 · IC 21 664 | 664 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R 7 24722 | 24722
RE 80 25512 | 25512 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 · IR 15 2522 | 2522
S 10 25108 | 25108 · IC 2 1462 | 1462 · S 3 21328 | 21328 · IR 15 2514 | 2514
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R 7 24742 | 24742
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 · IR 15 2518 | 2518
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 668 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R 7 24732 | 24732
RE 80 25504 | 25504 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 · IR 15 2514 | 2514
RE 80 25514 | 25514 · EC 178 | 178 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R 7 24752 | 24752Trains from Milan to Montreux run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 206 km |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:27 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Montreux trains for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 46 | 19:10 Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 22:50 Montreux, gare | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IC 5 510 | 510 · RE 33 18463 | 18463 | 4:02 Chiasso station | 5h49 | 9:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IR 26 2308 | 2308 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 4:02 Chiasso station | 5h34 | 9:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IR 26 2308 | 2308 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 4:05 Balerna station | 5h31 | 9:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IC 5 510 | 510 · RE 33 18463 | 18463 | 4:05 Balerna station | 5h46 | 9:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
S 10 25154 | 25154 · IC 21 664 | 664 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R 7 24722 | 24722 | 5:23 Balerna station | 5h13 | 10:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
IC 21 664 | 664 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · RE 33 18465 | 18465 | 5:30 Chiasso station | 5h21 | 10:51 Montreux station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 664 | 664 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R 7 24722 | 24722 · IR 95 1715 | 1715 | 5:30 Chiasso station | 5h06 | 10:36 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25500 | 25500 · RE 73 120 | 120 · IC 6 10060 | 10060 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 5:34 Chiasso station | 5h14 | 10:48 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25500 | 25500 · RE 73 120 | 120 · IC 6 10060 | 10060 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 5:37 Balerna station | 5h11 | 10:48 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
S 10 25108 | 25108 · IC 2 1462 | 1462 · S 3 21328 | 21328 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 5:57 Balerna station | 5h39 | 11:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
9242+ 96613 · 884521 | 6:00 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 9h39 | 15:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
9242+ 96613 · 884521 | 6:00 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 9h29 | 15:29 Thonon-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
IC 2 1462 | 1462 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R 7 24726 | 24726 | 6:04 Chiasso station | 5h32 | 11:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
IC 2 1462 | 1462 · IC 5 514 | 514 · RE 33 18467 | 18467 | 6:04 Chiasso station | 5h47 | 11:51 Montreux station | 2 changes | |
IC 2 1462 | 1462 · S 3 21328 | 21328 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R 7 24726 | 24726 | 6:04 Chiasso station | 5h32 | 11:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
S 10 25156 | 25156 · RE 80 25504 | 25504 · PE 72 32 | 32 · EC 31040 | 31040 | 6:23 Balerna station | 5h25 | 11:48 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
S 10 25156 | 25156 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IC 5 514 | 514 · RE 33 18467 | 18467 | 6:23 Balerna station | 5h28 | 11:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
S 10 25156 | 25156 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 6:23 Balerna station | 5h13 | 11:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
RE 80 25504 | 25504 · PE 72 32 | 32 · EC 31040 | 31040 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 6:34 Chiasso station | 5h14 | 11:48 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25504 | 25504 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 6:34 Chiasso station | 5h02 | 11:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
IC 2 1466 | 1466 · IC 5 516 | 516 · RE 33 18469 | 18469 | 7:04 Chiasso station | 5h47 | 12:51 Montreux station | 2 changes | |
S 10 25158 | 25158 · IC 21 668 | 668 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R 7 24732 | 24732 | 7:23 Balerna station | 5h13 | 12:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
S 10 25158 | 25158 · IC 21 668 | 668 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · RE 33 18469 | 18469 | 7:23 Balerna station | 5h28 | 12:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 668 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R 7 24732 | 24732 | 7:34 Chiasso station | 5h02 | 12:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 668 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · RE 33 18469 | 18469 | 7:34 Chiasso station | 5h17 | 12:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
EC 10 | 10 · IC 5 518 | 518 · RE 33 18471 | 18471 | 8:05 Chiasso station | 5h46 | 13:51 Montreux station | 2 changes | |
EC 10 | 10 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 · R 7 24736 | 24736 | 8:05 Chiasso station | 5h31 | 13:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
S 10 25160 | 25160 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 8:23 Balerna station | 5h13 | 13:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
S 10 25160 | 25160 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IC 5 518 | 518 · RE 33 18471 | 18471 | 8:23 Balerna station | 5h28 | 13:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IC 5 518 | 518 · RE 33 18471 | 18471 | 8:34 Chiasso station | 5h17 | 13:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 8:34 Chiasso station | 5h02 | 13:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
EC 12 | 12 · IC 5 520 | 520 · RE 33 18473 | 18473 | 9:05 Chiasso station | 5h46 | 14:51 Montreux station | 2 changes | |
S 10 25162 | 25162 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · RE 33 18473 | 18473 | 9:23 Balerna station | 5h28 | 14:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
S 10 25162 | 25162 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R 7 24742 | 24742 | 9:23 Balerna station | 5h13 | 14:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R 7 24742 | 24742 | 9:34 Chiasso station | 5h02 | 14:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · RE 33 18473 | 18473 | 9:34 Chiasso station | 5h17 | 14:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · PE 72 40 | 40 · EV EV 35274 | 35274 · RE 1 4274 | 4274 | 9:34 Chiasso station | 6h57 | 16:31 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
EC 14 | 14 · IC 5 522 | 522 · RE 33 18475 | 18475 | 10:05 Chiasso station | 5h46 | 15:51 Montreux station | 2 changes | |
EC 14 | 14 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 · R 7 24746 | 24746 | 10:05 Chiasso station | 5h31 | 15:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
S 10 25164 | 25164 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 5 522 | 522 · RE 33 18475 | 18475 | 10:23 Balerna station | 5h28 | 15:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
S 10 25164 | 25164 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 10:23 Balerna station | 5h13 | 15:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
RE 80 25512 | 25512 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 5 522 | 522 · RE 33 18475 | 18475 | 10:34 Chiasso station | 5h17 | 15:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25512 | 25512 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 10:34 Chiasso station | 5h02 | 15:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
S 10 25118 | 25118 · IC 2 1474 | 1474 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R 7 24752 | 24752 | 10:57 Balerna station | 5h39 | 16:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
IC 2 1474 | 1474 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R 7 24752 | 24752 · IR 95 1727 | 1727 | 11:05 Chiasso station | 5h31 | 16:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
S 10 25166 | 25166 · EC 178 | 178 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · RE 33 18477 | 18477 | 11:23 Balerna station | 5h28 | 16:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
S 10 25166 | 25166 · EC 178 | 178 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R 7 24752 | 24752 | 11:23 Balerna station | 5h13 | 16:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
EC 178 | 178 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R 7 24752 | 24752 · IR 95 1727 | 1727 | 11:24 Chiasso station | 5h12 | 16:36 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
EC 178 | 178 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · RE 33 18477 | 18477 | 11:24 Chiasso station | 5h27 | 16:51 Montreux station | 2 changes | |
RE 80 25514 | 25514 · EC 178 | 178 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · RE 33 18477 | 18477 | 11:34 Chiasso station | 5h17 | 16:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25514 | 25514 · EC 178 | 178 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R 7 24752 | 24752 | 11:34 Chiasso station | 5h02 | 16:36 Montreux station | 4 changes | |
S 10 25168 | 25168 · IC 2 878 | 878 · IC 5 526 | 526 · RE 33 18479 | 18479 | 12:23 Balerna station | 5h28 | 17:51 Montreux station | 3 changes | |
S 10 25168 | 25168 · IC 2 878 | 878 · IR 26 2324 | 2324 · IR 15 2526 | 2526 | 12:23 Balerna station | 5h13 | 17:36 Montreux station | 5 changes | |
9254+ 96616 · 884539 | 14:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h29 | 21:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
9254+ 96616 · 884539 | 14:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h19 | 21:29 Thonon-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Montreux — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montreux trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan to Montreux trains use the Chiasso to Montreux station pair, with some services arriving at Montreux, Gare. Use this guide to compare Milan and Montreux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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.
Montreux, Gare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Montreux, Gare.
Wi-Fi is available at Montreux, Gare. ATMs are available at Montreux, Gare.
Available at Montreux, Gare: Parking, WC.
Available at Montreux, Gare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montreux, Gare.
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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