Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Zermatt

Showing times and prices for 19 May

Cheapest

£86

Average

£97

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Zermatt will cost around £ 97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 86.

Cheapest
10:32Zürich HB3h19 13:51Zermatt Bhf
2 changes
£861One-way
08:32Zürich HB3h19 11:51Zermatt Bhf
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£941One-way
09:02Zürich HB3h12 12:14Zermatt Bhf
1 changes
£1011One-way
10:02Zürich HB3h12 13:14Zermatt Bhf
1 changes
£1011One-way
08:02Zürich HB3h12 11:14Zermatt Bhf
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£1041One-way

Train schedule Zurich to Zermatt

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08:02Zürich HB3h12 11:14Zermatt Bhf
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08:32Zürich HB3h19 11:51Zermatt Bhf
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09:02Zürich HB3h12 12:14Zermatt Bhf
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10:02Zürich HB3h12 13:14Zermatt Bhf
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10:32Zürich HB3h19 13:51Zermatt Bhf
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Thu
19 May
£86SBB
Fri
20 May
£96SBB
Sat
21 May
£79SBB
Sun
22 May
£60SBB
Mon
23 May
£71SBB
Tue
24 May
£52SBB
Wed
25 May
£60SBB
Thu
26 May
£95SBB
Fri
27 May
£79SBB
Sat
28 May
£71SBB
Sun
29 May
£49SBB
Mon
30 May
£47SBB
Tue
31 May
£47SBB
Wed
1 Jun
£47SBB
Thu
2 Jun
£47SBB
Fri
3 Jun
£55SBB
Sat
4 Jun
£64SBB
Sun
5 Jun
£54SBB
Mon
6 Jun
£67SBB
Tue
7 Jun
£47SBB

Fastest train times from Zurich to Zermatt

Showing times and prices for 19 May

Fastest Journey

3 h 12 m

Average

3 h 14 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

162 km

It's difficult to get from Zurich to Zermatt without changing at least once.

Fastest
09:02Zürich HB3h12 12:14Zermatt Bhf
1 changes
£1011One-way
Fastest
08:02Zürich HB3h12 11:14Zermatt Bhf
1 changes
£1041One-way
Fastest
10:02Zürich HB3h12 13:14Zermatt Bhf
1 changes
£1011One-way
10:32Zürich HB3h19 13:51Zermatt Bhf
2 changes
£861One-way
08:32Zürich HB3h19 11:51Zermatt Bhf
2 changes
£941One-way

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Overview: Train from Zurich to Zermatt

distanceDistance100 miles (161 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 12 min
priceAverage train ticket price£79 (€90)
frequencyTrain frequency10 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 10 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesSBB or Trenitalia

Trains from Zurich to Zermatt cover the 100 miles (161 km) long route taking on average 3 h 12 min with our travel partners like SBB or Trenitalia. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £79, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £52. Travellers depart most frequently from Zürich HB and arrive in Zermatt, Bahnhof.

Train providers: SBB and Trenitalia trains Zurich to Zermatt

SBB and Trenitalia trains will get you to Zermatt from Zurich from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB
Trenitalia

SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next train trip from Zurich to Zermatt, SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.

Book your SBB Zurich to Zermatt train with Omio and enjoy a smooth and relaxing journey! Check SBB up-to-date train timetables for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the fastest Zurich to Zermatt routes as well as the amenities offered in the class fare you choose and buy the most affordable SBB train tickets online that fit your budget. The distance from Zurich to Zermatt is 100 miles (161 km), and the best price for a one-way Zurich - Zermatt SBB train ticket starts at £52 if you book in advance. If you would rather search for your SBB ticket in the Omio app, you can quickly see if it's a mobile ticket so that you can go paperless when travelling by train. Waiting in a queue at the train station to purchase your train ticket will become yesterday's news. So, book your train tickets online quickly and easily and enjoy your trip with SBB!

  • Average Price: £52

SBB has the following ticket policies due to COVID-19, which you should be aware of when booking and travelling by train from Zurich to Zermatt:

  • Normal conditions apply
  • Cashless payments recommended
  • Online booking and check-in recommended
Learn more about SBB

Travel Tips: Trains from Zurich to Zermatt

Travel by train to Zermatt easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Zermatt.
FAQs

What is the price of the cheapest train between Zurich and Zermatt?

Omio customers have found the cheapest trains between Zurich and Zermatt to cost as little as £52  in the next 7 days.

What is the average price of train tickets between Zurich and Zermatt?

If you’re looking to buy tickets for this route in the next 7 days, you’ll find that Zurich to Zermatt train prices are on average £79  one way.

How many miles is it from Zurich to Zermatt by train?

You should expect to travel around 100 miles (161 km)  from Zurich to Zermatt by train.

How long is the train to Zermatt from Zurich?

The Zurich to Zermatt train duration is on average 3 h 12 min, which is to be expected when travelling 100 miles (161 km) to Zermatt from Zurich. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays.

When travelling by train from Zurich to Zermatt, which train station in Zurich do I depart from and which train station in Zermatt do I arrive in?

When taking the train from Zurich to Zermatt, you can choose to depart from train stations like Zürich HB, Zürich Stadelhofen and Zürich Oerlikon. Your journey can end in train stations such as Zermatt, Bahnhof, Zermatt, Vispa and Zermatt, Riffelalp - Hotel.

Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Zürich HB   and arrive in Zermatt, Bahnhof.

Where is the departure train station in Zurich located? Where is the arrival train station in Zermatt located?

Passengers booking this trip most frequently board their trains from Zürich HB and need to travel around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) from the city centre to get to this train station.

Passengers arriving in Zermatt most often arrive at Zermatt, Bahnhof and need to travel around 0.2 miles (322 m) from this train station to the city centre.

What train companies offer a service from Zurich to Zermatt?

When taking a train from Zurich to Zermatt, you can count on SBB or Trenitalia for the best way to get you to Zermatt. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Zurich and Zermatt and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

How many train services are there from Zurich to Zermatt a day?

On average, there are 10 trains a day from Zurich to Zermatt. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

What time is the earliest train from Zurich to Zermatt? What time is the last train from Zurich to Zermatt?

If you prefer early morning trains from Zurich to Zermatt, the first train leaves at 06: 02. If you prefer late night trains from Zurich to Zermatt, the last train of the day leaves at 21: 32. Omio shows you the latest train from Zurich to Zermatt times to help you book the best departure time for this route.

How far in advance should I buy train tickets to Zermatt from Zurich for the best deals?

If you book a train ticket to Zermatt from Zurich within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average £79 one way. However, we recommend booking your train in advance to get access to the best prices. Train tickets to Zermatt from Zurich are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Zurich
Zermatt
Zürich HB is the most popular Zurich railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Zurich for your journey to Zermatt.