The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Sion
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Sion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Sion will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zermatt for Sion 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 38 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 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 Sion
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Sion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, and a coach costs an average of £60.
Distance: 38 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zermatt to Sion train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Sion trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. 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 | 1h55 | 08:01 Sion | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:37 Zermatt | 2h00 | 08:37 Sion | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:06 Zermatt | 1h55 | 09:01 Sion | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zermatt to Sion
Trains from Zermatt to Sion run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 00:57 |
Last train 22:57 |
Train companies: SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Sion trainsSBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Sion from £30. 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 Sion train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt to Sion 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 Sion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zermatt and Sion
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Place de la Gare.
- Inglewood Sion
- Brasserie de la Gare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Moxy Sion
- Hotel Elite
- Hotel Castel
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Simplon line
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