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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreux to Gruyères among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 21 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg 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.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 1h 12m versus 36m 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 Gruyères from Montreux by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Montreux to Gruyères 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 Gruyères are Montreux, Fribourg, Bulle, Lausanne and Bern. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Gruyères on Omio.
Montreux sits on Lake Geneva, known for its mild climate, Belle Époque buildings and the Montreux Jazz Festival. With vineyards above the shore and the Alps behind, it feels elegant, relaxed and closely tied to music history.
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.
Bulle is the main town of La Gruyère, best known for its connection to Gruyère cheese and its setting below the Fribourg Pre-Alps. Its old centre, castle and everyday market-town atmosphere give it a grounded regional character.
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.
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.
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However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montreux and Gruyères as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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