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Lugano to Montreux

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3 h 27 min
241 km.
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Lugano, Switzerland → Montreux, Switzerland

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Six ways to Travel from Lugano to Montreux

Composite routes from Lugano to Montreux

Cheapest
3 h 27 min
Car
241 km.
from $13
Other
3 h 27 min
Rideshare
241 km.
from $9.17
5 h 21 min
164 km.
from $89.04
6 h 41 min
Train, Plane
162 km.
from $422.22
5 h 42 min
162 km.
from $113.54

Transport providers

Airlines

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$458.01

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Gallarate to Stresa
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.54–$10.18

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Lugano to Gallarate
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.85–$7.63
Train from Gallarate to Stresa
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.05–$3.94

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Brig to Montreux
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.26–$82.70
Train from Lugano to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.97–$139.95
Train from Genève-Aéroport to Montreux
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$40.71–$76.34

Trenitalia EuroCity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Email:
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Brig to Montreux
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.90–$38.17
Train from Stresa to Montreux
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.52–$114.50

FART

Phone:
+41 (0)91 756 04 00
Email:
Website:
centovalli.ch/en/
Train from Locarno FART to Domodossola
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$17.81

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano to Montreux?

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Montreux is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lugano to Montreux?

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Montreux is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Montreux?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Montreux. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Montreux via Locarno FART, Domodossola and Brig. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Lugano to Montreux?

The distance between Lugano and Montreux is 240 km. The road distance is 276.1 km.

How do I travel from Lugano to Montreux without a car?

The best way to get from Lugano to Montreux without a car is to train via Brig which takes 5h 21m and costs $51.09 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Lugano to Montreux?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Lugano to Montreux, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Montreux train from?

Lugano to Montreux train services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno FART station.

Where does the Lugano to Montreux train arrive?

Lugano to Montreux train services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Montreux?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Montreux is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Lugano to Montreux.

Where can I stay near Montreux?

There are 2255+ hotels available in Montreux. Prices start at $77.22 per night.
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