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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 17 Sept
£75
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£88
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
6 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
6 h 55 m
Trains on 17 Sept
4
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Montreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Montreux will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 4 trains from Venice to Montreux, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 433 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 17 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Montreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, while a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 433 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£69 Average Price | £77 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 46m Average total duration 17h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Montreux:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Montreux costing on average £69.
A coach is £22 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Montreux costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Montreux take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 40m.
Coach takes on average 17h 16m.
Tickets start at around £69 compared to roughly £93 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 6h 40m versus 6h 1m 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.
Direct services run with Trenitalia EuroCity.
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 Venice to Montreux trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:10 Venice | 7h17 | 18:27 Montreux | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:10 Venice | 7h17 | 19:27 Montreux | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:18 Venice | 6h32 | 20:50 Montreux | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:18 Venice | 6h32 | 21:50 Montreux | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Venice to Montreux run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 433 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 433 km |
Average train duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 16:30 |
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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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Montreux station -> Montreux station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice to Montreux trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Montreux, Gare station pair, with some services arriving at Montreux. Use this guide to compare Venice and Montreux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia 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: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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.
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.
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