The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Zermatt
Cheapest price
£111
Average price
£185
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Zermatt will cost around £185 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £111.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg for Zermatt every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 9 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 21 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Salzburg to Zermatt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Zermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £51, and a flight costs an average of £120.
Distance: 448 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£158 Average Price Cheapest | £261 Average Price |
9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Zermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Zermatt trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:56 Salzburg | 9h21 | 17:17 Zermatt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:00 Salzburg | 8h50 | 17:50 Zermatt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:56 Salzburg | 9h21 | 19:17 Zermatt | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Zermatt
Trains from Salzburg to Zermatt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 448 km distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 448 km |
Average train duration 8h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 50m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 22:13 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Zermatt trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Zermatt from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
FAQs: Salzburg to Zermatt train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Zermatt
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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