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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£126
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£126
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
12 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
12 h 40 m
Trains on 20 Sept
4
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreux to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montreux to Vienna will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.
To travel from Montreux to Vienna you need to make at least 4 changes.
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EC 195Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreux to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £103 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £103, while a flight costs an average of £446.
Distance: 739 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£112 Average Price | £103 Average Price Cheapest | £446 Average Price | £198 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 4m Average total duration 16h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montreux to Vienna:
A train is £18 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Montreux to Vienna costing on average £103.
A train is £59 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montreux to Vienna costing on average £144.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Flight takes on average 13h 17m.
Coach takes on average 16h 34m.
Tickets start at around £85 compared to roughly £198 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £113. The journey takes 10h 39m versus 10h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Montreux to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IR 2521 · RJX19937+ R 2+ IC 821 | 12:07 Montreux station | 12h28 | 0:35 Vienna Hbf | 4 changes | |
IR 2521 · RJX19937+ IC 821+ R 2 | 12:07 Montreux station | 13h08 | 1:15 Vienna Airport | 5 changes | |
IR 1716 · IR 2521 · RJX19937+ EC 195 | 12:23 Montreux station | 12h12 | 0:35 Vienna Hbf | 5 changes | |
IR 1716+ R 7+ IR 2521+ IC 821 | 12:23 Montreux station | 12h52 | 1:15 Vienna Airport | 6 changes | |
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Trains from Montreux to Vienna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 739 km distance in 10h 8m.
Distance 739 km |
Average train duration 11h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 8m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:27 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Leading Austrian art museum with Klimt’s works, including The Kiss, inside the Baroque Upper Belvedere.
Contemporary art museum in the MuseumsQuartier, noted for post-war Austrian and international works.
Elegant central boulevard lined with museums, parks and monumental architecture; ideal for walking or tram views.
Large cultural quarter combining museums, courtyards, design shops and seasonal outdoor seating in former imperial stables.
Historic square by Stephansdom with shops, street life and easy access to Vienna’s old centre lanes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until golden, traditionally served with potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of local cookery.
Boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, apple sauce and roast potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese home and restaurant cooking.
Slow-cooked beef goulash with onions and paprika, often served with bread or dumplings. A long-standing favourite in Vienna’s taverns and beer halls.
Historic coffee house known for classic Viennese cakes, pastries and coffee in an elegant traditional setting.
Classic beer hall and restaurant serving goulash, schnitzel and Austrian beer in a lively, wood-panelled historic interior.
Traditional bakery and café famous for apple strudel and pastries, ideal for a casual stop in central Vienna.
Moderate for a Western European capital: hotels and dining are mid-to-high, but public transport is good value and many cafés and casual eateries are reasonably priced.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up in cafés and taxis for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreux to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montreux to Vienna trains use the Montreux to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Montreux and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof 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: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
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