
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Free drinks
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Newspapers and magazines
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 57 m
Trains on 18 Sept
14
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Zermatt will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Genoa to Zermatt you need to make at least 2 changes.
Regionale Veloce 2140 · Regionale Veloce 2747 · treno 2747 effettuato con bus AO023
Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2725 · treno 2725 effettuato con bus AO009
Regionale Veloce 2132 · Regionale Veloce 2737 · treno 2737 effettuato con bus AO017
Regionale Veloce 2122 · Regionale Veloce 2727 · Treno 11829 effettuato con bus AOR13
Regionale Veloce 2116 · Regionale Veloce 2721 · treno 2721 effettuato con bus AO007
Intercity 515+
Regionale Veloce 2731 · treno 2731 effettuato con bus AO013
Intercity 500+
Regionale Veloce 2721 · treno 2721 effettuato con bus AO007
Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2725 · treno 2725 effettuato con bus AO009
Regionale Veloce 2116 · Regionale Veloce 2721 · treno 2721 effettuato con bus AO007
Regionale Veloce 2114 · Regionale Veloce 2719 · treno 2719 effettuato con bus AO005Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Zermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £144.
Distance: 202 km
Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £144 Average Price |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Genoa to Zermatt:
A train is £125 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Zermatt costing on average £144.
Other travel options to Zermatt take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Flight takes on average 9h 5m.
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Zermatt trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 666+ EuroCity 64+ R 41 257 | 257 | 12:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 6h58 | 19:17 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
Intercity 666+ EuroCity 64+ R 41 261 | 261 | 12:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 7h58 | 20:17 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
Intercity 666+ EuroCity 64+ R 42 269 | 269 | 12:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 9h58 | 22:17 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3021+ EuroCity 66+ R 42 269 | 269 | 15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 6h33 | 22:17 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3021+ EuroCity 66+ R 42 277 | 277 | 15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 8h04 | 23:48 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
Intercity 674+ EuroCity 46+ R 42 277 | 277 | 16:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 7h29 | 23:48 Zermatt Bhf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Genoa to Zermatt run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 19:33 |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Discover the best of Zermatt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zermatt trip today.
Excellent local museum on Zermatt’s mountaineering history, village life and the first Matterhorn ascent, displayed in a sunken complex.
Ice palace inside the glacier near Klein Matterhorn, featuring tunnels and ice sculptures in a striking high-alpine setting.
Contemporary exhibition space in a historic barn, showing changing art and cultural displays in a small, distinctive village setting.
Car-free main street lined with traditional buildings, shops and hotels. Ideal for a relaxed walk and a feel for daily village life.
Classic mountain lake viewpoint known for Matterhorn reflections on calm days, with an easy path from Blauherd suitable for many visitors.
Central square by the church and museum, a convenient place to pause and take in Zermatt’s historic core and mountain atmosphere.
Air-dried Valais beef cured in the mountain climate. A classic local speciality, often served in thin slices on a sharing platter.
A rich cheese fondue from Valais, traditionally made with local alpine cheeses and white wine. It is a social staple in mountain restaurants.
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.
Historic casual restaurant known for Valais specialities, fondue and raclette in a traditional alpine setting near the centre.
Refined mountain dining with seasonal Swiss cooking and Matterhorn views. A good choice for a higher-end meal in elegant surroundings.
Long-established traditional venue serving Swiss and Valais dishes, especially cheese classics, in a warm wood-lined dining room.
Zermatt is pricier than most Alpine resorts, with high hotel rates, costly mountain transport, and restaurant prices well above average in Switzerland.
Service is usually included. Round up a few francs in restaurants, cafés, and taxis for good service; larger tips are optional, not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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.

Most Genoa to Zermatt trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Zermatt, Bahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Zermatt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe 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 options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.
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