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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Zermatt

Showing times and prices for 26 May

Cheapest price

£96

Average price

£115

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

3 h 15 m

Trains per day

Distance

162 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Zurich to Zermatt will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £96.

Fast trains

To travel from Zurich to Zermatt you need to make at least one change.

IC 81 814 | 814 · ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 237
11:023h15
Zurich HB
14:17Zermatt Bhf
£961One-way
2 changes
IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · R 41 245 | 245
13:023h15
Zurich HB
16:17Zermatt Bhf
£961One-way
2 changes
IC 8 824 | 824 · R 41 257 | 257
16:023h15
Zurich HB
19:17Zermatt Bhf
£971One-way
1 change
IC 8 816 | 816 · R 41 241 | 241
12:023h15
Zurich HB
15:17Zermatt Bhf
£981One-way
1 change
IC 8 820 | 820 · R 41 249 | 249
14:023h15
Zurich HB
17:17Zermatt Bhf
£981One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Zurich to Zermatt

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Zermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £72, and a flight costs an average of £88.

Distance: 162 km

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5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions
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Live departures

Zurich to Zermatt train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Zermatt trains for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
S 5 18525 \| 18525 · IC 8 808 \| 808 · R 41 225 \| 225	7:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h01	11:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 12 19224 \| 19224 · RE 12 4760 \| 4760 · IC 8 808 \| 808 · R 41 225 \| 225	7:20 Zurich Altstetten	3h57	11:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18625 \| 18625 · IC 8 808 \| 808 · R 41 225 \| 225	7:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	11:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 808 \| 808 · R 41 225 \| 225	7:41 Zurich HB	3h36	11:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
S 7 18729 \| 18729 · IC 1 10710 \| 10710 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · R 42 327 \| 327	8:03 Zürich Oerlikon	3h47	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 14 19429 \| 19429 · IC 1 10710 \| 10710 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · R 42 327 \| 327	8:05 Zurich Altstetten	3h45	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 10710 \| 10710 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · R 42 327 \| 327	8:19 Zurich HB	3h31	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 12 19228 \| 19228 · RE 12 4762 \| 4762 · IC 6 963 \| 963 · R 41 229 \| 229	8:20 Zurich Altstetten	3h57	12:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18629 \| 18629 · IC 81 810 \| 810 · IC 6 963 \| 963 · R 41 229 \| 229	8:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	12:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 810 \| 810 · IC 6 963 \| 963 · R 41 229 \| 229	8:41 Zurich HB	3h36	12:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 7 18733 \| 18733 · IC 1 10712 \| 10712 · RE 1 4167 \| 4167 · IR 90 1820 \| 1820	9:03 Zürich Oerlikon	4h47	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 14 19433 \| 19433 · IC 1 10712 \| 10712 · RE 1 4167 \| 4167 · IR 90 1820 \| 1820	9:05 Zurich Altstetten	4h45	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 5 18533 \| 18533 · IC 8 812 \| 812 · R 41 233 \| 233	9:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h01	13:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 1 10712 \| 10712 · RE 1 4167 \| 4167 · IR 90 1820 \| 1820 · R 42 335 \| 335	9:19 Zurich HB	4h31	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 12 19232 \| 19232 · RE 12 4764 \| 4764 · IC 8 812 \| 812 · R 41 233 \| 233	9:20 Zurich Altstetten	3h57	13:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18633 \| 18633 · IC 8 812 \| 812 · R 41 233 \| 233	9:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	13:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 812 \| 812 · R 41 233 \| 233	9:41 Zurich HB	3h36	13:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
S 7 18737 \| 18737 · IC 1 10714 \| 10714 · IC 6 617 \| 617 · R 42 335 \| 335	10:03 Zürich Oerlikon	3h47	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 14 19437 \| 19437 · IC 1 10714 \| 10714 · IC 6 617 \| 617 · R 42 335 \| 335	10:05 Zurich Altstetten	3h45	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 10714 \| 10714 · IC 6 617 \| 617 · R 42 335 \| 335	10:19 Zurich HB	3h31	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 12 19236 \| 19236 · RE 12 4766 \| 4766 · ICE 101 \| 101 · R 41 237 \| 237	10:20 Zurich Altstetten	3h57	14:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18637 \| 18637 · IC 81 814 \| 814 · ICE 101 \| 101 · R 41 237 \| 237	10:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	14:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 814 \| 814 · ICE 101 \| 101 · R 41 237 \| 237	10:41 Zurich HB	3h36	14:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18541 \| 18541 · IC 8 816 \| 816 · R 41 241 \| 241	11:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h01	15:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 12 19240 \| 19240 · RE 12 4768 \| 4768 · IC 8 816 \| 816 · R 41 241 \| 241	11:20 Zurich Altstetten	3h57	15:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18641 \| 18641 · IC 8 816 \| 816 · R 41 241 \| 241	11:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	15:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 816 \| 816 · R 41 241 \| 241	11:41 Zurich HB	3h36	15:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
RE 48 4919 \| 4919 · IR 16 2170 \| 2170 · IC 1345 \| 1345 · R 42 343 \| 343	11:48 Zürich Oerlikon	4h02	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 12 19242 \| 19242 · IR 16 2170 \| 2170 · IC 1345 \| 1345 · R 42 343 \| 343	11:50 Zurich Altstetten	4h00	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IR 16 2170 \| 2170 · IC 1345 \| 1345 · R 42 343 \| 343	12:03 Zurich HB	3h47	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 7 18745 \| 18745 · IC 1 10718 \| 10718 · EC 65 \| 65 · R 42 343 \| 343	12:03 Zürich Oerlikon	3h47	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 14 19445 \| 19445 · IC 1 10718 \| 10718 · EC 65 \| 65 · R 42 343 \| 343	12:05 Zurich Altstetten	3h45	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 10718 \| 10718 · EC 65 \| 65 · R 42 343 \| 343	12:19 Zurich HB	3h31	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 12 19244 \| 19244 · RE 12 4770 \| 4770 · IC 6 971 \| 971 · R 41 245 \| 245	12:20 Zurich Altstetten	3h57	16:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18645 \| 18645 · IC 81 818 \| 818 · IC 6 971 \| 971 · R 41 245 \| 245	12:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	16:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 818 \| 818 · IC 6 971 \| 971 · R 41 245 \| 245	12:41 Zurich HB	3h36	16:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 7 18749 \| 18749 · IC 1 10902 \| 10902 · RE 1 4175 \| 4175 · IR 90 1828 \| 1828	13:03 Zürich Oerlikon	4h47	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 14 19449 \| 19449 · IC 1 10902 \| 10902 · RE 1 4175 \| 4175 · IR 90 1828 \| 1828	13:05 Zurich Altstetten	4h45	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 5 18549 \| 18549 · IC 8 820 \| 820 · R 41 249 \| 249	13:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h01	17:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 1 10902 \| 10902 · RE 1 4175 \| 4175 · IR 90 1828 \| 1828 · R 42 351 \| 351	13:19 Zurich HB	4h31	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 12 19248 \| 19248 · RE 12 4772 \| 4772 · IC 8 820 \| 820 · R 41 249 \| 249	13:20 Zurich Altstetten	3h57	17:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18649 \| 18649 · IC 8 820 \| 820 · R 41 249 \| 249	13:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	17:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 820 \| 820 · R 41 249 \| 249	13:41 Zurich HB	3h36	17:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
S 7 18753 \| 18753 · IC 1 10722 \| 10722 · IC 6 625 \| 625 · R 42 351 \| 351	14:03 Zürich Oerlikon	3h47	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 14 19453 \| 19453 · IC 1 10722 \| 10722 · IC 6 625 \| 625 · R 42 351 \| 351	14:05 Zurich Altstetten	3h45	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 10722 \| 10722 · IC 6 625 \| 625 · R 42 351 \| 351	14:19 Zurich HB	3h31	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 12 19252 \| 19252 · RE 12 4774 \| 4774 · IC 6 975 \| 975 · R 41 253 \| 253	14:20 Zurich Altstetten	3h57	18:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18653 \| 18653 · IC 81 822 \| 822 · IC 6 975 \| 975 · R 41 253 \| 253	14:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	18:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 822 \| 822 · IC 6 975 \| 975 · R 41 253 \| 253	14:41 Zurich HB	3h36	18:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 7 18757 \| 18757 · IC 1 10904 \| 10904 · RE 1 4179 \| 4179 · IR 90 1832 \| 1832	15:03 Zürich Oerlikon	4h47	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 14 19457 \| 19457 · IC 1 10904 \| 10904 · RE 1 4179 \| 4179 · IR 90 1832 \| 1832	15:05 Zurich Altstetten	4h45	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
IC 1 10904 \| 10904 · RE 1 4179 \| 4179 · IR 90 1832 \| 1832 · R 42 359 \| 359	15:19 Zurich HB	4h31	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 6 18657 \| 18657 · IC 8 824 \| 824 · R 41 257 \| 257	15:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	19:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 14559 \| 14559 · IC 8 824 \| 824 · R 41 257 \| 257	15:25 Zurich Altstetten	3h52	19:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 824 \| 824 · R 41 257 \| 257	15:41 Zurich HB	3h36	19:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
S 7 18761 \| 18761 · IC 1 10726 \| 10726 · IC 6 629 \| 629 · R 42 359 \| 359	16:03 Zürich Oerlikon	3h47	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 14 19461 \| 19461 · IC 1 10726 \| 10726 · IC 6 629 \| 629 · R 42 359 \| 359	16:05 Zurich Altstetten	3h45	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 10726 \| 10726 · IC 6 629 \| 629 · R 42 359 \| 359	16:19 Zurich HB	3h31	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 6 18661 \| 18661 · IC 81 826 \| 826 · ICE 107 \| 107 · R 41 261 \| 261	16:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	20:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 14563 \| 14563 · IC 81 826 \| 826 · ICE 107 \| 107 · R 41 261 \| 261	16:25 Zurich Altstetten	3h52	20:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 826 \| 826 · ICE 107 \| 107 · R 41 261 \| 261	16:41 Zurich HB	3h36	20:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 6 18665 \| 18665 · IC 8 828 \| 828 · R 42 265 \| 265	17:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	21:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 14567 \| 14567 · IC 8 828 \| 828 · R 42 265 \| 265	17:25 Zurich Altstetten	3h52	21:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 828 \| 828 · R 42 265 \| 265	17:41 Zurich HB	3h36	21:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
S 6 18669 \| 18669 · IC 81 830 \| 830 · IC 6 983 \| 983 · R 42 269 \| 269	18:21 Zürich Oerlikon	3h56	22:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 14571 \| 14571 · IC 81 830 \| 830 · IC 6 983 \| 983 · R 42 269 \| 269	18:25 Zurich Altstetten	3h52	22:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 830 \| 830 · IC 6 983 \| 983 · R 42 269 \| 269	18:41 Zurich HB	3h36	22:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 7 18777 \| 18777 · IC 1 10734 \| 10734 · IC 6 637 \| 637 · R 42 40277 \| 40277	20:03 Zürich Oerlikon	3h45	23:48 Zermatt	4 changes
S 14 19477 \| 19477 · IC 1 10734 \| 10734 · IC 6 637 \| 637 · R 42 40277 \| 40277	20:05 Zurich Altstetten	3h43	23:48 Zermatt	4 changes
IC 1 10734 \| 10734 · IC 6 637 \| 637 · R 42 40277 \| 40277 · EV EV1 90129 \| 90129	20:19 Zurich HB	3h29	23:48 Zermatt	3 changes
S 7 18785 \| 18785 · IC 1 10738 \| 10738 · ICE 377 \| 377 · R 42 207 \| 207	22:03 Zürich Oerlikon	8h30	6:33 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 14 19485 \| 19485 · IC 1 10738 \| 10738 · ICE 377 \| 377 · R 42 207 \| 207	22:05 Zurich Altstetten	8h28	6:33 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 10738 \| 10738 · ICE 377 \| 377 · R 42 207 \| 207	22:19 Zurich HB	8h14	6:33 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 6 18690 \| 18690 · S 29 8994 \| 8994 · IR 17 2806 \| 2806 · IC 6 955 \| 955	23:39 Zürich Oerlikon	8h38	8:17 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 9 18991 \| 18991 · IR 16 2194 \| 2194 · S 29 8994 \| 8994 · IR 17 2806 \| 2806	23:46 Zürich Oerlikon	8h31	8:17 Zermatt Bhf	5 changes
S 12 19290 \| 19290 · S 29 8994 \| 8994 · IR 17 2806 \| 2806 · IC 6 955 \| 955	23:50 Zurich Altstetten	8h27	8:17 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
Tuesday 26 May
IC 8 804 \| 804 · R 41 217 \| 217	6:02 Zurich HB	3h15	9:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
IC 1 706 \| 706 · EC 61 \| 61 · R 42 319 \| 319	6:15 Zürich Oerlikon	3h35	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 9 18921 \| 18921 · IC 1 706 \| 706 · EC 61 \| 61 · R 42 319 \| 319	6:16 Zürich Oerlikon	3h34	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 5 18521 \| 18521 · IC 1 706 \| 706 · EC 61 \| 61 · R 42 319 \| 319	6:16 Zurich Altstetten	3h34	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 706 \| 706 · EC 61 \| 61 · R 42 319 \| 319	6:32 Zurich HB	3h18	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18523 \| 18523 · IC 81 806 \| 806 · IC 6 959 \| 959 · R 41 221 \| 221	6:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	10:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
RE 48 4909 \| 4909 · IC 81 806 \| 806 · IC 6 959 \| 959 · R 41 221 \| 221	6:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	10:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
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Why should you book Zurich to Zermatt trains with Omio?

SBB as well as Trenitalia or Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) offer trains services from Zurich to Zermatt.

Omio is the only official third party seller for SBB tickets.

Why book with Omio vs SBB?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Trenitalia or Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Zermatt.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zurich to Zermatt?

The best time to book your train from Zurich to Zermatt is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Zermatt route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Zermatt per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zurich to Zermatt.

Trains

from £53

Flights

from £128

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Zurich to Zermatt

The customer opinion was acquired via Cimenio. Cimenio incentivises its users for giving an honest opinion and proving the booking with a photo of the travel ticket.

Advantages

Cleanliness and hygiene

Friendly staff

Sufficient equipment and comfortable seats

On time and without changing trains

Pleasant atmosphere and low capacity utilisation

Disadvantages

little legroom

My journey from Zurich to Zermatt was very relaxing. The train was not very busy, so the noise level on the train was very low. It was also very clean and the toilets were hygienic. The seats on the train were relatively comfortable, but the legroom was somewhat limited. Otherwise, there were power sockets and wifi. The staff were also very friendly. The train finally arrived on time and I didn't have to change trains on my journey.

Advantages

Cleanliness and hygiene

Good seating comfort and sufficient equipment

No changeover necessary

Quiet atmosphere on the train

Disadvantages

Delay of 5 minutes

No ticket inspection

No information about connections

The train from Zurich to Zermatt had not been very busy, which is why it was relatively quiet on the train. It was clean and the toilets were hygienic. The seats were also comfortable and there were power sockets and wifi. The train arrived in Zermatt 5 minutes late. I didn't have to change trains here. There was no ticket inspection. There was also no information about changing trains. This was only shown on the displays on the train.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Zermatt

Switzerland

Trains from Zurich to Zermatt run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 3h 15m.

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

162 km

Average train duration

4h 43m

Cheapest ticket price

£72

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 15m

First train

0:02

Last train

23:57

Cheapest Month

Jun

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

49 days

Price information

Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Zermatt trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Zermatt from £72. 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 Duration

3h 15m

Cheapest Price

£72

SBB frequency

22 a day

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

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Trenitalia

About

Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

7h 4m

Cheapest Price

£89

Trenitalia frequency

6 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, and spaces between seat backs

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary by ticket type

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car on high-speed trains, trolley service with snacks and beverages, vending machines on some trains

Seat reservation

Optional seat reservation, costs extra except on high-speed trains where it's mandatory and included

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 15m

Cheapest Price

£156

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

16 a day

FAQs: Zurich to Zermatt train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Zermatt can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £121.

The train journey from Zurich to Zermatt covers a distance of 162 km and takes approximately 3h 15m. Trains run 22 per day.

The train distance from Zurich to Zermatt is 162 km.

The first train from Zurich to Zermatt leaves at 0:02.

The last train from Zurich to Zermatt departs at 23:57.

Trains from Zurich to Zermatt run approximately 22 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Zurich to Zermatt.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zurich to Zermatt.

To get from Zurich to Zermatt, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.

There is no night train service from Zurich to Zermatt.

The train station in Zurich that goes to Zermatt is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Zermatt Bhf.

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Zermatt is by train, costing approximately £72.

Booking trains from Zurich to Zermatt in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

Yes, the train journey from Zurich to Zermatt is scenic, offering stunning views of the Swiss Alps, charming villages, and picturesque landscapes along the way.

A day trip from Zurich to Zermatt is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 15m. However, there are 18 train journeys per day covering a distance of 162 km.

In Zermatt, visitors can explore the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise for panoramic views and ski access, or enjoy hiking trails offering breathtaking Alpine vistas. The Zermatt Museum provides insights into the region's history and culture, while paragliding offers a thrilling aerial perspective. For adventurers, ice climbing on frozen waterfalls and glaciers is available. Iconic sights include the Matterhorn, the Gornergrat Railway for scenic train journeys, and the Klein Matterhorn cable car station. Zermatt Village charms with its car-free, traditional Swiss architecture, and Sunnegga offers family-friendly activities with hiking and skiing access.

To fully experience Zermatt, plan for a stay of 3 to 4 days. This allows time to enjoy skiing, hiking, and visiting iconic sites like the Matterhorn.

Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Zermatt.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Zermatt

Zurich

Zermatt

The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Zermatt.

Zürich HB

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Shower

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 51 220 11 11

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.

Dining

Restaurant Au Premier
Brasserie Federal

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

CHF 2

Hotel

Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
Hotel St. Gotthard
Central Plaza Hotel

Shower

Cost CHF 12

Lounge

Located in the main hall

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

1,300 places, mostly covered

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44

Public transport options for Zürich HB

Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24

Zürich Oerlikon Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Oerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 900 300 300

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

5 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.

Dining

Negishi Sushi Bar
Le Muh

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

CHF 2

Hotel

Courtyard Zurich North
Swissotel Zurich
Hotel Sternen Oerlikon

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

72 places, 60 places

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains

Public transport options for Zürich Oerlikon

Tram: Line 10, Line 11
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24

Zürich Altstetten Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, Switzerland

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

5 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.

Dining

Restaurant Markthalle
Restaurant LaSalle

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators.

CHF 1

Hotel

Placid Hotel Zurich
Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
H+ Hotel Zürich

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

240 places, covered

Car Rental

Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area

Public transport options for Zürich Altstetten

S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
Tram: Line 4
Bus: Several lines available

Zürich Stadelhofen Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 900 300 300

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.

Dining

Outback Lodge
Tibits

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Ramps, restrooms.

CHF 2

Hotel

Hotel Opera Zurich
Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
Hotel Seehof

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

1000 places, covered

Car Rental

Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains

Public transport options for Zürich Stadelhofen

Tram: Line 11, Line 15
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16

Zürich Hardbrücke Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Hardplatz, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 51 225 78 00

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

3 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

Parking available nearby with several parking options

Dining

Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
Les Halles

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Ramps, restrooms.

CHF 1

Hotel

25hours Hotel Zürich West
Sheraton Zürich Hotel
Novotel Zurich City West

Bike Parking

800 places, covered

Information Desk

Located on the main concourse

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for S-Bahn and regional trains

Public transport options for Zürich Hardbrücke

Tram: Line 4, Line 8
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24

Zürich Enge Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Enge, Zurich, Switzerland

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

Parking available nearby with limited spaces.

Dining

Restaurant Enge
Ristorante Frascati

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Ramps, restrooms.

CHF 1

Hotel

Hotel Ascot
Engimatt City & Garden Hotel
B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

80 places, covered

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for S-Bahn trains

Public transport options for Zürich Enge

Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 7, Line 13
Bus: Several lines available

Zürich Saalsporthalle Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

8045 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

2 km

Zürich Manegg Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Manegg railway station, Zurich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

3 km

Number of platforms

Parking

Parking is available near the station, typically used by commuters.

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps.

Hotel

MEININGER Hotel Zürich Greencity
Hotel Uto Kulm

Bike Parking

56 places, covered

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

The station is a small suburban station with basic facilities, primarily serving the Sihltal line.

Public transport options for Zürich Manegg

S-Bahn: S4
Bus: Several local bus lines available

Zürich Wiedikon Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Wiedikon, Zurich, Switzerland

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

2 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.

Dining

Restaurant Marktküche
Restaurant Volkshaus

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

CHF 2

Hotel

Hotel Ascot
Hotel Glockenhof
Hotel St. Gotthard

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

104 places, covered

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn and regional trains

Public transport options for Zürich Wiedikon

Tram: Line 9, Line 14
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S2, S8, S21

Zürich, Altstetterplatz Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

8048 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

5 km

Zürich Wollishofen Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

8038 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

2 km

Zürich Brunau Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

8002 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

2 km

Zürich Binz Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

8045 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

2 km

Zürich Leimbach Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Bike Parking

information

Address

8041 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

4 km

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