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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
£63
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£77
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
6 h 3 m
Trains on 15 Oct
6
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Zermatt will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 6 trains from Venice to Zermatt, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 15 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.
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+
EuroCity 66
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
Regionale Veloce 2725 · treno 2725 effettuato con bus AO009
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+
Regionale 2727 · Treno 11829 effettuato con bus AOR13
FRECCIAROSSA 9750+
Regionale Veloce 2747 · treno 2747 effettuato con bus AO023
EuroCity 46
EuroCity 46
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+
EuroCity 66
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
Regionale Veloce 2725 · treno 2725 effettuato con bus AO009
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+
Regionale 2727 · Treno 11829 effettuato con bus AOR13
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+
EuroCity 66Trains from Venice to Zermatt run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 361 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 18:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Venice 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ Regionale Veloce 2725 · treno 2725 effettuato con bus AO009 | 7:49 Venice Mestre | 5h48 | 13:37 Châtillon-Saint-Vincent | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ Regionale 2727 · Treno 11829 effettuato con bus AOR13 | 8:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h22 | 14:40 Châtillon-Saint-Vincent | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+ EuroCity 66 | 13:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h15 | 20:25 Visp station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ EuroCity 66 | 14:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h37 | 20:25 Visp station | 1 change | |
EuroCity 46 | 16:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h15 | 21:33 Visp station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9750+ Regionale Veloce 2747 · treno 2747 effettuato con bus AO023 | 17:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h19 | 0:37 Châtillon-Saint-Vincent | 2 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 Venice 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 Venice to Zermatt trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Visp station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Zermatt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia 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: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.
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