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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 trains from Geneva to Zermatt
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Sept
Cheapest price on 30 Sept
£65
Average ticket price on 30 Sept
£78
Fastest journey on 30 Sept
3 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 30 Sept
3 h 45 m
Trains on 30 Sept
33
Distance
125 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Zermatt will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Fast trains
To travel from Geneva to Zermatt you need to make at least one change.
IR 90 1805 | 1805 · R 42 41315 | 413154:464h04Geneva station8:50Zermatt Bhf£651One-way1 change- IR 95 1723 | 1723 · R 41 249 | 24913:233h54Geneva station17:17Zermatt Bhf£651One-way1 change
- IR 95 1717 | 1717 · R 41 237 | 23710:243h53Geneva station14:17Zermatt Bhf£651One-way1 change
- IR 95 1721 | 1721 · R 41 245 | 24512:243h53Geneva station16:17Zermatt Bhf£651One-way1 change
- RE 33 18441 | 18441 · IR 95 1705 | 1705 · R 42 213 | 2130:277h50Geneva station8:17Zermatt Bhf£651One-way2 changes
- IR 90 1835 | 1835 · R 42 40277 | 40277 · EV EV1 90129 | 9012920:053h43Geneva station23:48Zermatt£981One-way2 changes
- IR 90 1813 | 1813 · R 42 331 | 3319:053h45Geneva station12:50Zermatt Bhf£711One-way1 change
- IR 90 1815 | 1815 · R 42 335 | 33510:053h45Geneva station13:50Zermatt Bhf£791One-way1 change
- IR 90 1811 | 1811 · R 42 327 | 3278:053h45Geneva station11:50Zermatt Bhf£861One-way1 change
- IR 90 1807 | 1807 · R 42 41319 | 413196:053h45Geneva station9:50Zermatt Bhf£731One-way1 change
Live departures
Geneva to Zermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Zermatt trains for today, Tuesday 29 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| IR 95 1723 | 1723 · R 41 249 | 249 | 13:23 Geneva station | 3h54 | 17:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1823 | 1823 · R 42 351 | 351 | 14:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 17:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1725 | 1725 · R 41 253 | 253 | 14:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 18:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1825 | 1825 · R 42 355 | 355 | 15:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 18:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1727 | 1727 · R 41 257 | 257 | 15:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 19:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1827 | 1827 · R 42 359 | 359 | 16:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 19:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1729 | 1729 · R 41 261 | 261 | 16:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 20:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1731 | 1731 · R 42 265 | 265 | 17:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 21:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1733 | 1733 · R 42 269 | 269 | 18:23 Geneva station | 3h54 | 22:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| EC 47 | 47 · R 42 269 | 269 | 18:27 Geneva station | 3h50 | 22:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1835 | 1835 · R 42 40277 | 40277 · EV EV1 90129 | 90129 | 20:05 Geneva station | 3h43 | 23:48 Zermatt | 2 changes | |
| IR 95 1741 | 1741 · R 42 207 | 207 | 22:19 Geneva station | 8h14 | 6:33 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1743 | 1743 · EV EV 42295 | 42295 · IR 95 1745 | 1745 · R 91 6147 | 6147 | 23:15 Geneva station | 7h18 | 6:33 Zermatt Bhf | 4 changes | |
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| RE 33 18441 | 18441 · IR 95 1705 | 1705 · R 42 213 | 213 | 0:27 Geneva station | 7h50 | 8:17 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
| IR 90 1805 | 1805 · R 42 41315 | 41315 | 4:46 Geneva station | 4h04 | 8:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1707 | 1707 · R 41 217 | 217 | 5:23 Geneva station | 3h54 | 9:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| EC 41 | 41 · IR 95 1707 | 1707 · R 41 217 | 217 | 5:27 Geneva station | 3h50 | 9:17 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
| IR 90 1807 | 1807 · R 42 41319 | 41319 | 6:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 9:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1709 | 1709 · R 41 221 | 221 | 6:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 10:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1809 | 1809 · R 42 323 | 323 | 7:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 10:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1711 | 1711 · R 41 225 | 225 | 7:23 Geneva station | 3h54 | 11:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| EC 143 | 143 · IR 95 1711 | 1711 · R 41 225 | 225 | 7:27 Geneva station | 3h50 | 11:17 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
| IR 90 1811 | 1811 · R 42 327 | 327 | 8:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 11:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1713 | 1713 · R 41 229 | 229 | 8:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 12:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1813 | 1813 · R 42 331 | 331 | 9:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 12:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1715 | 1715 · R 41 233 | 233 | 9:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 13:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1815 | 1815 · R 42 335 | 335 | 10:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 13:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1717 | 1717 · R 41 237 | 237 | 10:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 14:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1817 | 1817 · R 42 339 | 339 | 11:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 14:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1719 | 1719 · R 41 241 | 241 | 11:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 15:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1819 | 1819 · R 42 343 | 343 | 12:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 15:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 95 1721 | 1721 · R 41 245 | 245 | 12:24 Geneva station | 3h53 | 16:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| IR 90 1821 | 1821 · R 42 347 | 347 | 13:05 Geneva station | 3h45 | 16:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
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The best time to book your train from Geneva to Zermatt is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Geneva to Zermatt route.
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Advantages
Competent staffTrain was on timeLuxurious inventoryVery nice 1 classDisadvantages
High ticket priceThe train journey from Geneva to Zermatt was a very pleasant experience overall. I travelled on the IC 718 train, which offers a direct connection without changing trains - very convenient if you don't feel like repacking your luggage. The train was punctual and arrived exactly on time, which I really appreciated as I was on a tight schedule in Zermatt. The views during the journey were breathtaking and made the journey very enjoyable.
The only downside was the price of the ticket, which was slightly more expensive than expected. Overall though, a very comfortable and stress-free way to get from Geneva to Zermatt.
Advantages
Friendly staff and uncomplicated ticket inspectionGood seating comfort and sufficient equipmentNo changeover necessaryCleanliness and hygiene very goodDisadvantages
no on-board restaurantHigh utilisation and high volumeDelay of 15 minutesThe train from Geneva to Zermatt had a high capacity utilisation, which is why it was relatively noisy in the passenger compartment. In addition, the train arrived in Zermatt 15 minutes late. Otherwise, the seats were comfortable and there were plenty of facilities, such as power sockets and wifi. The staff here were also friendly and carried out a smooth ticket inspection. The train was also very clean and hygienic. I didn't have to change trains during my journey. Unfortunately, there was no on-board restaurant here either.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Zermatt
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Geneva to Zermatt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 3h 13m.
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
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
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
Train companies: SBB from Geneva to Zermatt trainsSBB trains will get you between Geneva and Zermatt from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest SBB Price
£52
SBB frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Zermatt
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: Geneva to Zermatt train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Geneva to Zermatt can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £71.
The train journey from Geneva to Zermatt covers a distance of 125 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Geneva to Zermatt is 125 km.
The first train from Geneva to Zermatt leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Geneva to Zermatt departs at 23:56.
Trains from Geneva to Zermatt run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Geneva to Zermatt.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Geneva to Zermatt.
There is no night train service from Geneva to Zermatt.
The train station in Geneva that goes to Zermatt is Geneva station, and it arrives at Zermatt Bhf.
Booking trains from Geneva to Zermatt in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Geneva to Zermatt is renowned for its scenic views, offering passengers picturesque landscapes of the Swiss countryside, including stunning vistas of the Alps, quaint villages, and serene lakes along the way.
Yes, you can take the train from Geneva to Zermatt.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Zermatt
Most Geneva to Zermatt trains use the Genève to Zermatt, Bahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Gornergrat. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Zermatt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Geneva
Arrival train stations in Zermatt
Which Geneva station do trains to Zermatt leave from?
Trains from Geneva to Zermatt leave from Genève. The station is 1 km from Geneva city centre at Place de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland.
GenèvePlace de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland+41 900 300 300
City-centre transport
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Bus10, 19, 20, 3, 5 · 4m · £9 · every ~38 min
15 · 10m · £9
274 · 13m · £2 · every ~2 min
Tram14, 18 · 4m · £7 · every ~34 min
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-AéroportRoute de l'Aéroport 21, 1215 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland+41 900 300 300
City-centre transport
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus274 · 19m · £4 · every ~2 min
10 · 20m · £8 · every ~11 min
5, 10 · 27m · £8 · every ~24 min
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, CornavinPl. de Cornavin 7, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
Genève, Cornavin train station facilities and services
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Which Zermatt station do trains from Geneva arrive at?
Trains from Geneva to Zermatt most often arrive at Zermatt, Bahnhof. Some services arrive at Gornergrat, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Zermatt arrival station.
Zermatt, Bahnhof3920 Zermatt, Switzerland
Zermatt, Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.
GornergratGornergrat, Zermatt, Switzerland+41 27 921 47 60
City-centre transport
Getting to Gornergrat from Zermatt city centre
Gornergrat is 4 km from Zermatt city centre. Public transport options include:
Train48 · 33m · every ~3 min
Gornergrat train station facilities and services
Gornergrat has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat Restaurant, Panorama Self
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gornergrat.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gornergrat.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gornergrat: WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gornergrat: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat.
Rotenboden0041 848 642 442
City-centre transport
Getting to Rotenboden from Zermatt city centre
Rotenboden is 4 km from Zermatt city centre. Public transport options include:
Train48 · 28m · every ~3 min
Rotenboden train station facilities and services
Rotenboden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotenboden.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rotenboden.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotenboden: WC.
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