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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
6 h 27 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
461 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt you need to make at least 3 changes.
16:506h58
Frankfurt am Main23:48Zermatt
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4 changes
20:5011h27
Frankfurt am Main08:17Zermatt
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4 changes
08:506h27
Frankfurt am Main15:17Zermatt
£1481One-way
3 changes
10:506h27
Frankfurt am Main17:17Zermatt
£1481One-way
3 changes
14:506h27
Frankfurt am Main21:17Zermatt
£1481One-way
3 changes
08:506h27
Frankfurt am Main15:17Zermatt
£1521One-way
4 changes
08:506h27
Frankfurt am Main15:17Zermatt
£1481One-way
3 changes
10:506h27
Frankfurt am Main17:17Zermatt
£1521One-way
4 changes
10:506h27
Frankfurt am Main17:17Zermatt
£1481One-way
3 changes
12:506h27
Frankfurt am Main19:17Zermatt
£2071One-way
4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £149.
Distance: 461 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£174 Average Price | £154 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:43
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 Frankfurt am Main | 6h27 | 19:17 Zermatt | 4 changes | |
| 12:50 Frankfurt am Main | 6h27 | 19:17 Zermatt | 3 changes | |
| 14:50 Frankfurt am Main | 6h27 | 21:17 Zermatt | 4 changes | |
| 14:50 Frankfurt am Main | 6h27 | 21:17 Zermatt | 3 changes | |
| 16:50 Frankfurt am Main | 6h58 | 23:48 Zermatt | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £149 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
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
Flight from £23
Distance 461 km |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £149 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 12:37 |
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
Flight from £23
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Zermatt from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 27m
Cheapest Price
£148
Deutsche Bahn frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt train
FAQs: Travel by train from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt.
Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt is 461 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £149, while the average price tends to be around £174.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt covers a distance of 461 km and takes approximately 6h 27m. Trains run 12 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt is by flight, costing approximately £23.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt leaves at 6:03.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt departs at 12:37.
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt run approximately 12 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt.
There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt.
To get from Frankfurt am Main to Zermatt, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
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