- Must visit
Musée du Château de Gruyères
Museum inside Gruyères Castle presenting historic interiors, objects and regional history in a dramatic setting.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nyon to Gruyères among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 68 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-17.54. The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 9m 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.
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Trains from Nyon to Gruyères run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:07, the last at 13:07. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 7:07 |
Last train 13:07 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Museum inside Gruyères Castle presenting historic interiors, objects and regional history in a dramatic setting.
Museum devoted to H. R. Giger, showing paintings, sculptures and film-related works in a converted historic building.
Contemporary art space in the castle gardens with temporary exhibitions by Swiss and international artists.
Gruyères’ main cobbled street, lined with historic houses and views towards the castle and surrounding hills.
The compact medieval old town offers an atmospheric walk among ramparts, fountains and traditional facades.
Castle gardens with sculptures, shaded paths and scenic viewpoints over the valley and mountains.
Gruyère AOP is the area’s famous hard cow’s milk cheese, aged for a nutty, complex flavour and central to local dairy culture.
Moitié-moitié fondue blends Gruyère and Vacherin Fribourgeois, melted with white wine for a classic Fribourg sharing dish.
La soupe de chalet is a hearty mountain soup from the Fribourg Alps, often made with cabbage, potatoes, macaroni, cream and cheese.
Traditional restaurant inside the medieval village, known for fondue, raclette and regional specialities in a cosy historic setting.
Cheese dairy restaurant beside La Maison du Gruyère, serving fondue and local dishes with direct links to the region’s cheese-making heritage.
Elegant hotel restaurant in the old town, offering refined Swiss and regional cooking in a polished but traditional atmosphere.
Gruyères is costly even by regional standards. Hotels, dining and rail travel are typically pricier than in many Swiss small towns, especially in peak tourist periods.
Service is usually included. Round up bills or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Round up in cafés and taxis; tipping is appreciated but not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nyon to Gruyères 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 Gruyères, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nyon to Gruyères trains use the Nyon to Gruyeres station pair. Use this guide to compare Nyon and Gruyères train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nyon 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 du Marché, Café Ex Machina
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nyon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nyon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nyon: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Real, Hotel Le Rive, Base Nyon.
Gruyeres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gruyeres.
Ticket office support is available at Gruyeres.
Available at Gruyeres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gruyeres: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gruyeres: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Gruyères, Hostellerie Saint-Georges, La Fleur de Lys.
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