- Must visit
Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis
Excellent local museum on Zermatt’s mountaineering history, village life and the first Matterhorn ascent, displayed in a sunken complex.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Zermatt
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Oct
- Cheapest price on 30 Oct
- £14
- Average ticket price on 30 Oct
- £14
- Fastest journey on 30 Oct
- 3 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on 30 Oct
- 3 h 20 m
- Buses on 30 Oct
- 1
- Distance
- 162 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Zermatt will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Fast coaches
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 1 buses from Zurich to Zermatt, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
17:00 3h20 Zurich 20:20 Zermatt £14 1 One-way 0 changes
17:00 3h20 Zurich 20:20 Zermatt £14 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Zermatt
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Take a bus from Zurich to Zermatt and enjoy the approximately 162 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 22:32.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train from £51
Distance 162 km |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 22:32 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £51
Frequently asked questions about your Zurich to Zermatt trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zurich to Zermatt.
The earliest coach from Zurich to Zermatt leaves at 0:02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Zurich to Zermatt leaves at 22:32.
Live departures
Zurich to Zermatt bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Zermatt coaches for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:00 Zurich | 3h20 | 20:20 Zermatt | 0 changesdirect | |
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Things to do in Zermatt
Discover the best of Zermatt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zermatt trip today.
- Recommended
Glacier Palace
Ice palace inside the glacier near Klein Matterhorn, featuring tunnels and ice sculptures in a striking high-alpine setting.
Vernissage Centre Culturel
Contemporary exhibition space in a historic barn, showing changing art and cultural displays in a small, distinctive village setting.
- Must visit
Bahnhofstrasse
Car-free main street lined with traditional buildings, shops and hotels. Ideal for a relaxed walk and a feel for daily village life.
- Must visit
Stellisee
Classic mountain lake viewpoint known for Matterhorn reflections on calm days, with an easy path from Blauherd suitable for many visitors.
- Recommended
Kirchplatz
Central square by the church and museum, a convenient place to pause and take in Zermatt’s historic core and mountain atmosphere.
- Gluten-free
Viande séchée du Valais
Air-dried Valais beef cured in the mountain climate. A classic local speciality, often served in thin slices on a sharing platter.
- Vegetarian
Fondue valaisanne
A rich cheese fondue from Valais, traditionally made with local alpine cheeses and white wine. It is a social staple in mountain restaurants.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Raclette du Valais
Raclette cheese melted and scraped over potatoes, pickles and onions. This is one of Valais’s signature comfort foods and a must-try in Zermatt.
Restaurant Schäferstube
Historic casual restaurant known for Valais specialities, fondue and raclette in a traditional alpine setting near the centre.
Restaurant Alpenhof
Refined mountain dining with seasonal Swiss cooking and Matterhorn views. A good choice for a higher-end meal in elegant surroundings.
Walliserkanne
Long-established traditional venue serving Swiss and Valais dishes, especially cheese classics, in a warm wood-lined dining room.
Swiss franc (CHF, symbol Fr.)
Zermatt is pricier than most Alpine resorts, with high hotel rates, costly mountain transport, and restaurant prices well above average in Switzerland.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for takeaway or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 80+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up a few francs in restaurants, cafés, and taxis for good service; larger tips are optional, not expected.
FAQs: Zurich to Zermatt coach
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