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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 15 Oct
£198
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£198
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
6 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
8 h 3 m
Trains on 15 Oct
3
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Zermatt will cost around £198 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £198.
To travel from Milan to Zermatt you need to make at least 3 changes.
EuroCity 60+
EC 65 | 65 · EV EV4 90343 | 90343 · R 40 9085 | 9085
EuroCity 60+
IC 8 812 | 812 · EV EV4 90233 | 90233 · R 40 9069 | 9069
EuroCity 60+
IC 6 971 | 971 · EV EV4 90245 | 90245 · R 40 9087 | 9087
EuroCity 60+
IC 8 812 | 812 · EV EV4 90233 | 90233 · R 40 9069 | 9069
EuroCity 60+
EC 65 | 65 · EV EV4 90343 | 90343 · R 40 9085 | 9085
EuroCity 60+
IC 6 971 | 971 · EV EV4 90245 | 90245 · R 40 9087 | 9087Trains from Milan to Zermatt run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 19:21. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 19:21 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Zermatt trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 60+ EC 65 | 65 · R 40 9085 | 9085 · EV EV4 90343 | 90343 | 7:10 Milan Centrale | 8h47 | 15:57 Zermatt Bhf | 3 changes | |
EuroCity 60+ EV EV4 90233 | 90233 · IC 8 812 | 812 · R 40 9069 | 9069 | 7:10 Milan Centrale | 6h11 | 13:21 Zermatt Bhf | 3 changes | |
EuroCity 60+ EV EV4 90245 | 90245 · R 40 9087 | 9087 · IC 6 971 | 971 | 7:10 Milan Centrale | 9h11 | 16:21 Zermatt Bhf | 3 changes | |
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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 Milan 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 Milan to Zermatt trains use the Milano Centrale to Zermatt, Bahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Gornergrat. Use this guide to compare Milan and Zermatt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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.
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