How to travel from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux, Switzerland

The distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux is around 213km (132 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out MontreuxZurich Airport (ZRH) if you're planning a return trip.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Zurich (ZRH) to Geneva (GVA) then take the train to Montreux.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    CHF 260($265)
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Train

Take the train to Lausanne.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 145($145)

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Drive

Drive to Montreux.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance213km (132 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux

There are several options for getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around CHF 100 ($105) and will take around 4h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 42 ($43).

The distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux is around 213km (132 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 169km (105 miles)

It takes around 2h 10m to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx CHF 42 ($43).

The cheapest way to travel between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around CHF 100 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Lausanne. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

Swiss Railways and MOB run train services between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux. We recommend that you drive to Montreux. instead which will take 2h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Montreux from Zurich Airport (ZRH) is to drive which will take 2h 10m and cost around CHF 42 ($43).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux. We recommend that you fly from Zurich (ZRH) to Geneva (GVA) then take the train to Montreux. instead which will take 2h 10m.

The closest major airport to Montreux is Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) which is approximately 66km (41 miles) from Montreux. Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) and Altenrhein Airport (ACH) (ACH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux. The distance is around 213km (132 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around CHF 260 ($265).

How do I get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux

Compare travel optionsbetween Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Montreux

Transport options from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreux
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train
2h 10m
CHF 260($265)
hourly322km (200 miles)
Train + 1 similar
2h 55m
CHF 145($145)
hourly248km (154 miles)
Train via Spiez4h 45m
CHF 100($105)
hourly259km (161 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
CHF 42($43)
on demand213km (132 miles)

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Airports near Montreux

The following major airports near Montreux offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Switzerland and internationally.

GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Montreux
ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
169km (105 miles) from Montreux
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
233km (145 miles) from Montreux