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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.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£57
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£60
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
2 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
2 h 12 m
Trains on 03 Sept
3
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Martigny to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Martigny to Zermatt will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 3 trains from Martigny to Zermatt, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.






The table below shows live departures for Martigny to Zermatt trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 95 1709 | 1709 · R 41 221 | 221 | 8:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 10:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1809 | 1809 · R 42 323 | 323 | 8:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 10:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1711 | 1711 · R 41 225 | 225 | 9:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 11:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · R 42 327 | 327 | 9:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 11:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1713 | 1713 · R 41 229 | 229 | 10:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 12:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · R 42 331 | 331 | 10:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 12:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1715 | 1715 · R 41 233 | 233 | 11:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 13:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1815 | 1815 · R 42 335 | 335 | 11:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 13:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1717 | 1717 · R 41 237 | 237 | 12:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 14:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1817 | 1817 · R 42 339 | 339 | 12:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 14:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1719 | 1719 · R 41 241 | 241 | 13:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 15:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1819 | 1819 · R 42 343 | 343 | 13:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 15:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1721 | 1721 · R 41 245 | 245 | 14:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 16:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1821 | 1821 · R 42 347 | 347 | 14:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 16:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1723 | 1723 · R 41 249 | 249 | 15:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 17:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1823 | 1823 · R 42 351 | 351 | 15:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 17:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1725 | 1725 · R 41 253 | 253 | 16:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 18:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1825 | 1825 · R 42 355 | 355 | 16:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 18:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1727 | 1727 · R 41 257 | 257 | 17:05 Martigny station | 2h12 | 19:17 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 90 1827 | 1827 · R 42 359 | 359 | 17:42 Martigny station | 2h08 | 19:50 Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Martigny to Zermatt run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 22:06 |
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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 Martigny 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 Martigny to Zermatt trains use the Martigny to Zermatt, Bahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Gornergrat. Use this guide to compare Martigny and Zermatt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Martigny 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: Restaurant Vatel, Café du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Martigny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Martigny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Martigny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Martigny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Martigny: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vatel, Hotel Forclaz-Touring, Hotel de la Poste.
Martigny-Bourg is 1 km from Martigny city centre. Public transport options include:
Martigny-Bourg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Martigny-Bourg.
ATMs are available at Martigny-Bourg.
Available at Martigny-Bourg: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Martigny-Bourg.
Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.
Gornergrat is 4 km from Zermatt city centre. Public transport options include:
Gornergrat has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Ticket Office.
Food options include: 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat Restaurant, Panorama Self
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gornergrat.
Luggage storage is available at Gornergrat.
Available at Gornergrat: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gornergrat: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat.
Zermatt, Vispa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Vispa.
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