Zurich to Visp train with SBB

Thu 17 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Visp

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£56

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£84

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

1 h 59 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

2 h 1 m

Trains on 17 Sept

34

Distance

130 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Visp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Visp will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 34 trains from Zurich to Visp, including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.

  • SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 1820
    9:323h01
    Zurich HB
    12:33Visp station
    £561One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBS 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 1820
    9:163h17
    Zurich Altstetten
    12:33Visp station
    £591One-way
    3 changes
  • SBBS 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 1820
    9:163h17
    Zürich Oerlikon
    12:33Visp station
    £591One-way
    3 changes
  • SBBIC 8 804 | 804
    6:022h02
    Zurich HB
    8:04Visp station
    £641One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 8 812 | 812
    10:022h02
    Zurich HB
    12:04Visp station
    £721One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Zurich to Visp

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Visp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £65 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £65, while a train costs an average of £65.

Distance: 130 km

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Driving

£65

Average Price

Cheapest

£72

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 15m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SBB

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Visp is a train with an average price of £65.
The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Visp is by train with an average journey time of 2h 2m.

Other travel options to Visp take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 19m.

Yes, you can take a train between Zurich and Visp.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 13m faster (2h 2m by train vs 3h 15m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£65 vs £72). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Zurich to Visp train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Visp trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIC 8 804 | 8046:02 Zurich HB
2h02
8:04 Visp station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 616:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h16
8:31 Visp station1 change
SBBS 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 · IR 90 1814 | 18146:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h17
9:33 Visp station3 changes
SBBS 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 · IR 90 1814 | 18146:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h17
9:33 Visp station3 changes
SBBS 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 616:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h15
8:31 Visp station2 changes
SBBS 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 616:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h15
8:31 Visp station2 changes
SBBIC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 · IR 90 1814 | 18146:32 Zurich HB
3h01
9:33 Visp station2 changes
SBBIC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 616:32 Zurich HB
1h59
8:31 Visp station1 change
SBBS 5 18523 | 18523 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 9596:46 Zurich Altstetten
2h18
9:04 Visp station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 9596:48 Zürich Oerlikon
2h16
9:04 Visp station2 changes
SBBIC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 9597:02 Zurich HB
2h02
9:04 Visp station1 change
SBBS 5 18525 | 18525 · IC 1 708 | 708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 · IR 90 1816 | 18167:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h17
10:33 Visp station3 changes
SBBS 9 18925 | 18925 · IC 1 708 | 708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 · IR 90 1816 | 18167:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h17
10:33 Visp station3 changes
SBBIC 1 708 | 708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 · IR 90 1816 | 18167:32 Zurich HB
3h01
10:33 Visp station2 changes
SBBS 5 18527 | 18527 · IC 8 808 | 8087:46 Zurich Altstetten
2h18
10:04 Visp station1 change
SBBRE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 8 808 | 8087:48 Zürich Oerlikon
2h16
10:04 Visp station1 change
SBBIR 35 2358 | 2358 · IC 6 613 | 6137:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h32
10:31 Visp station1 change
SBBIC 8 808 | 8088:02 Zurich HB
2h02
10:04 Visp station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 6138:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h16
10:31 Visp station1 change
SBBS 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 6138:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h15
10:31 Visp station2 changes
SBBS 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 6138:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h15
10:31 Visp station2 changes
SBBS 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 · B 522 552226 | 5522268:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h21
11:37 Visp3 changes
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 6138:32 Zurich HB
1h59
10:31 Visp station1 change
SBBS 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 9638:46 Zurich Altstetten
2h18
11:04 Visp station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 9638:48 Zürich Oerlikon
2h16
11:04 Visp station2 changes
SBBIC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 9639:02 Zurich HB
2h02
11:04 Visp station1 change
SBBS 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 18209:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h17
12:33 Visp station3 changes
SBBS 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 18209:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h17
12:33 Visp station3 changes
SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 18209:32 Zurich HB
3h01
12:33 Visp station2 changes
SBBS 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 8129:46 Zurich Altstetten
2h18
12:04 Visp station1 change
SBBRE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 8129:48 Zürich Oerlikon
2h16
12:04 Visp station1 change
SBBIR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 6 617 | 6179:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h32
12:31 Visp station1 change
SBBIC 8 812 | 81210:02 Zurich HB
2h02
12:04 Visp station0 changesdirect
SBBS 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 61710:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h15
12:31 Visp station2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Visp

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Trains from Zurich to Visp run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 59m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
130 km
Average train duration
2h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£53
Trains per day
26
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 59m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:51
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Visp trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Visp from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest SBB Price
£53
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price
£76
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
16 a day

Complete guide to Visp

Things to do in Visp

Discover the best of Visp — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Visp trip today.

  • Must visit

Stockalperschloss Museum

Historic museum in nearby Brig Castle with art, interiors and collections that make an easy cultural excursion from Visp.

  • Recommended

Museum Visp

Regional museum presenting history, daily life and heritage from Visp and the surrounding Upper Valais.

  • Recommended

Galerie zur Matze

Art-focused venue in Brig featuring rotating exhibitions and contemporary cultural programming within easy reach of Visp.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Visp is expensive versus many European towns, with high hotel, dining and rail costs, though supermarkets and bakeries help keep daily spend lower.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up a little in restaurants, cafés and taxis for good service, such as CHF 1-5 or the bill total.

FAQs: Zurich to Visp train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Visp 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 Visp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Visp can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £53, while the average price tends to be around £65.
The train journey from Zurich to Visp covers a distance of 130 km and takes approximately 1h 59m. Trains run 26 per day.
The train distance from Zurich to Visp is 130 km.
The first train from Zurich to Visp leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Zurich to Visp departs at 23:51.
Trains from Zurich to Visp run approximately 26 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Zurich to Visp.
Yes, there is a direct train between Zurich and Visp. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
To travel from Zurich to Visp, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Zurich to Visp.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Visp is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Visp station.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Visp is by train, costing approximately £53.
Booking trains from Zurich to Visp in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Zurich to Visp is considered scenic, as it travels through picturesque Swiss landscapes, including views of rolling hills, charming villages, and the majestic Alps.
A day trip from Zurich to Visp is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 59m and the distance is 130 km. Trains run 21 times per day.
In Visp, you can explore the charming streets and historical architecture of Visp Old Town, discover diverse flora and fauna at Nature Park Pfyn-Finges, and hike the Visperterminen trails for breathtaking views and vineyard exploration. Experience vibrant local culture by attending a festival or visit a local cheese dairy to learn about traditional cheese-making and taste authentic Swiss cheese. Notable sights include St. Martin's Church with its striking architecture and views of the Alps, the Visperterminen Vineyards for scenic views and wine tasting, and nearby attractions like Brigerbad Thermal Baths, Stockalper Palace, and the scenic Lötschberg Tunnel train journey.
For a visit to Visp, two to three days are generally sufficient to explore the town and enjoy nearby attractions like the scenic views and hiking trails.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Visp.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Visp

Most Zurich to Visp trains use the Zürich HB to Visp station pair, with some services arriving at Visp, Bahnhof Nord. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Visp train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zurich
Arrival train stations in Visp

Which Zurich station do trains to Visp leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Visp leave from Zürich HB. The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.
Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · £3 · every ~3 min
S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · £0.90 · every ~43 min
Bus31, 33 · 5m · £2 · every ~16 min
N4, N5, N91 · 5m · £2
Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.

Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, SwitzerlandWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre

Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S11, S12, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 12m · £3 · every ~14 min
Bus31 · 14m · £3 · every ~16 min
N17, N1 · 18m · £3
31 · 22m · £3 · every ~16 min
Tram51 · 14m · £3 · every ~16 min

Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services

Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S2, S24, Ir36, S14, Re48, S19, S, Ir13, Ic1, S21, S15, S9, Sn8, Ir, N1 · 4m · £2 · every ~31 min
9, S · 12m · £4 · every ~3 min
BusE · 13m · £3
N10 · 14m · £3
Tram10, 11, 17, 50, 51, 8 · 12m · £3 · every ~19 min

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.

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