Montreux to Salzburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Montreux from Salzburg?

The distance from Montreux to Salzburg is 304.1 miles (489.4 km) as the crow flies. Salzburg is located ENE of Montreux. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380.2 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Montreux is in Switzerland, while Salzburg is in Austria.

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 Montreux and Salzburg. 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.