The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Budapest
Cheapest price
£258
Average price
£278
Fastest journey
19 h 56 m
Average duration
21 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
875 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Budapest will cost around £278 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £258.
To travel from Zermatt to Budapest you need to make at least 4 changes.






Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zermatt to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £260.
Distance: 875 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£282 Average Price | £93 Average Price Cheapest |
20h 25m Average total duration 19h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zermatt to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:37 Zermatt | 20h25 | 09:02 Budapest | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zermatt to Budapest
Trains from Zermatt to Budapest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £260 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 13:37. The fastest train covers the 875 km distance in 14h 25m.
Distance 875 km |
Average train duration 19h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £260 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 14h 25m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 13:37 |
Train companies: Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Budapest trainsMatterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Budapest from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zermatt to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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