Montreux to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

101 miles 162.5 km · straight line
129.8 miles actual route 208.9 km · driving distance
2h 29min estimated drive time
CHF 25 - CHF 31 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
49° NE bearing direction

How far is Montreux from Zurich?

The distance from Montreux to Zurich is 101 miles (162.5 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located NE of Montreux. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.8 miles, taking about 2h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Montreux and Zurich. 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 Montreux to Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 29min CHF 25 - CHF 31 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 59min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 22min $16–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montreux & Zurich

Quick Facts

Montreux
46.43°N, 6.91°E
Europe/Zurich
390m elevation
Zurich
47.38°N, 8.54°E
Europe/Zurich
408m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 246.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM