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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Zermatt
Cheapest price
£179
Average price
£240
Fastest journey
7 h 46 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Zermatt will cost around £240 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £179.
To travel from Cologne to Zermatt you need to make at least 4 changes.
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9:317h46Cologne17:17Zermatt£1791One-way4 changes- 9:588h19Cologne18:17Zermatt£2281One-way4 changes
- 13:308h47Cologne22:17Zermatt£2281One-way4 changes
- 17:3214h45Cologne8:17Zermatt£2281One-way4 changes
- 17:3214h45Cologne8:17Zermatt£2321One-way5 changes
- 9:317h46Cologne17:17Zermatt£1791One-way4 changes
- 13:307h47Cologne21:17Zermatt£2471One-way5 changes
- 9:588h19Cologne18:17Zermatt£2471One-way5 changes
- 9:588h19Cologne18:17Zermatt£2281One-way4 changes
- 13:308h47Cologne22:17Zermatt£2281One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and train for Cologne to Zermatt
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Zermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £146.
Distance: 549 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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£226 Average Price | £95 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Zermatt
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Switzerland
Trains from Cologne to Zermatt run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £146 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 12:37. The fastest train covers the 549 km distance in 7h 46m.
Distance 549 km |
Average train duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £146 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 46m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 12:37 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Zermatt trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Zermatt from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cologne to Zermatt train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Zermatt by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zermatt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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