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IC 6 983 | 983 · R 42 269 | 269EuroCity 60+R 41 249 | 249 · IC 8 820 | 820EuroCity 62+R 41 249 | 249 · IC 8 820 | 820The most popular day trips by train from Zermatt are Visp, Brig-Glis, Sion, Montreux and Lausanne. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Zermatt on Omio.
Visp is a compact Valais town known for its sunny setting, modern centre and links to the Mattertal. Surrounded by vineyards and Alpine valleys, it blends everyday Swiss life with a clear mountain character.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 10m.
Brig-Glis is a small Alpine town in Valais, known for the Stockalper Palace and its historic centre. With Swiss and Italian influences and mountain scenery close at hand, it feels local, practical and tied to the Simplon region.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 1h 26m.
Sion is the historic capital of Valais, known for its hilltop castles, old town and surrounding vineyards. The city combines a medieval core with an easy alpine atmosphere beneath dramatic mountain scenery.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 1h 55m.
Montreux sits on Lake Geneva, known for its mild climate, Belle Époque buildings and the Montreux Jazz Festival. With vineyards above the shore and the Alps behind, it feels elegant, relaxed and closely tied to music history.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 2h 41m.
Lausanne is known for its Olympic heritage, hillside setting and views across Lake Geneva to the Alps. A medieval centre, lively university life and the Ouchy waterfront give it an energetic yet relaxed character.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 3h 5m.
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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.
Check where to Zermatt trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.
Zermatt GGB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Whymper-Stube, Restaurant Du Pont
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Ticket office support is available at Zermatt GGB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zermatt GGB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zermatt GGB: Taxis, WC.
Available at Zermatt GGB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt GGB: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monte Rosa, Hotel Zermatterhof, Hotel Walliserhof.
Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.
Zermatt ZBAG-zsb has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt ZBAG-zsb: Ramps.
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