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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Montreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 70 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Bern to Montreux, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 3m 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.
How to get to Montreux from Bern by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bern to Montreux is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Montreux are Lausanne, Geneva, Vevey, Bern and Fribourg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Montreux on Omio.
Lausanne is known for its Olympic heritage, hillside setting and views across Lake Geneva to the Alps. A medieval centre, lively university life and the Ouchy waterfront give it an energetic yet relaxed character.
Geneva is known for diplomacy, watchmaking and its setting on Lake Geneva. It feels international yet compact, with elegant streets, a historic old town and strong French influence.
Vevey is a lakeside town on Lake Geneva known for Nestlé, Charlie Chaplin and the nearby Lavaux vineyards. With a palm-lined promenade, Alpine views and a relaxed cultural feel, it is gentler in pace than larger Swiss Riviera neighbours.
Bern is Switzerland’s capital, known for its sandstone Old City, arcades and the Aare around its centre. It combines medieval character with a calm, everyday feel and a strong link to Albert Einstein.
Fribourg is known for its medieval old town, perched above the Sarine, and the Gothic Cathedral of St Nicholas. Its bilingual French and German culture gives the city a distinctive character within Switzerland.
Travel to Montreux easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bern to Montreux.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bern and Montreux as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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