Interlaken to Montreux: Road Trip Guide & Distance

48.6 miles 78.2 km · straight line
91.8 miles actual route 147.8 km · driving distance
1h 48min estimated drive time
CHF 18 - CHF 22 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Montreux?

The distance from Interlaken to Montreux is 48.6 miles (78.2 km) as the crow flies. Montreux is located WSW of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.8 miles, taking about 1h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in Switzerland.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Interlaken and Montreux. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Interlaken to Montreux

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 48min CHF 18 - CHF 22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 10min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 43min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Montreux

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
Montreux
46.43°N, 6.91°E
Europe/Zurich
390m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 512.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM