The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Kandersteg
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Kandersteg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Kandersteg will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zermatt for Kandersteg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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 for Zermatt to Kandersteg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Kandersteg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £36, and a coach costs an average of £54.
Distance: 53 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£52 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zermatt to Kandersteg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Kandersteg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:06 Zermatt | 2h07 | 08:13 Kandersteg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:06 Zermatt | 2h07 | 09:13 Kandersteg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:37 Zermatt | 2h36 | 10:13 Kandersteg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:06 Zermatt | 2h07 | 10:13 Kandersteg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:06 Zermatt | 2h07 | 19:13 Kandersteg | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zermatt to Kandersteg
Trains from Zermatt to Kandersteg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 00:44 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Kandersteg trainsSBB, Rhatische Bahn, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Kandersteg from £36. 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 Kandersteg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt to Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zermatt and Kandersteg
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Hotel Bernerhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Bernerhof
- Landgasthof Ruedihus
- Hotel Alfa Soleil
- Located in the main hall
- 16 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- PostBus connections to nearby villages
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