Lucerne to Montreux: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78.9 miles 126.9 km · straight line
122.8 miles actual route 197.7 km · driving distance
2h 18min estimated drive time
CHF 24 - CHF 29 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Lucerne from Montreux?

The distance from Lucerne to Montreux is 78.9 miles (126.9 km) as the crow flies. Montreux is located WSW of Lucerne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 122.8 miles, taking about 2h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in Switzerland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Montreux

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 18min CHF 24 - CHF 29 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 46min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 11min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lucerne & Montreux

Quick Facts

Lucerne
47.05°N, 8.31°E
Europe/Zurich
436m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 315.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM