Frankfurt Airport to Montreux by train

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Overview: trains from Frankfurt Airport to Montreux

Find the key information for travelling by train from Frankfurt Airport to Montreux, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 02:09 View journey
Last train 21:52 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 5hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 421
Trains / day 23 View all
Cheapest journey US$61.00 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 34m
Train operators 20

Frankfurt Airport to Montreux by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Frankfurt Airport to Montreux? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 421 kilometres.

Train cost between Frankfurt Airport and Montreux: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$61.00, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Frankfurt Airport to Montreux departure frequency and train timetable

With 23 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 33 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 02:09 and the last one is at 21:52. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 02:15, with the last one at 21:52.

Train duration for trips from Frankfurt Airport to Montreux

The swiftest journey time on this route is 5 hours and 33 minutes, crossing a total distance of 421 kilometres.

When do tickets between Frankfurt Airport and Montreux go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Frankfurt Airport and Montreux 7 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

More information on train travel from Frankfurt Airport to Montreux

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Montreux city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Frankfurt Airport to Montreux

Want to know more about your journey from Frankfurt Airport to Montreux? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Frankfurt Airport to Montreux is 421 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.