Ghent to Montreux: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ghent from Montreux?

The distance from Ghent to Montreux is 350.9 miles (564.7 km) as the crow flies. Montreux is located SSE of Ghent. By car, the driving distance is approximately 421 miles, taking about 8h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Ghent is in Belgium, while Montreux is in Switzerland.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ghent and Montreux. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.