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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Zermatt

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 09 Oct

Cheapest price on 09 Oct

£87

Average ticket price on 09 Oct

£108

Fastest journey on 09 Oct

3 h 15 m

Average journey duration on 09 Oct

3 h 15 m

Trains on 09 Oct

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 £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.

Fast trains

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

IC 1 738 | 738 · ICE 377 | 377 · R 42 207 | 207
22:328h01
Zurich HB
6:33Zermatt Bhf
£871One-way
2 changes
IC 1 734 | 734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · R 42 277 | 277
20:323h16
Zurich HB
23:48Zermatt Bhf
£891One-way
2 changes
IC 1 738 | 738 · ICE 377 | 377 · R 42 207 | 207
22:158h18
Zürich Oerlikon
6:33Zermatt Bhf
£901One-way
2 changes
S 5 18585 | 18585 · IC 1 738 | 738 · ICE 377 | 377 · R 42 207 | 207
22:168h17
Zurich Altstetten
6:33Zermatt Bhf
£901One-way
3 changes
S 9 18985 | 18985 · IC 1 738 | 738 · ICE 377 | 377 · R 42 207 | 207
22:168h17
Zürich Oerlikon
6:33Zermatt Bhf
£901One-way
3 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Zermatt

Switzerland

Trains from Zurich to Zermatt run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 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 2h 54m.

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

3h 19m

Cheapest ticket price

£52

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 54m

First train

0:02

Last train

23:57

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

84 days

Price information

Live departures

Zurich to Zermatt train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Zermatt trains for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
S 14 19416 \| 19416 · IC 1 704 \| 704 · RE 1 4159 \| 4159 · IR 90 1812 \| 1812	5:07 Zürich Oerlikon	4h43	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 9 18919 \| 18919 · IC 8 804 \| 804 · R 41 217 \| 217	5:46 Zürich Oerlikon	3h31	9:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18519 \| 18519 · IC 8 804 \| 804 · R 41 217 \| 217	5:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	9:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IR 35 2354 \| 2354 · EC 61 \| 61 · R 42 41319 \| 41319	5:59 Zurich Altstetten	3h51	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
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 41319 \| 41319	6:15 Zürich Oerlikon	3h35	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18521 \| 18521 · IC 1 706 \| 706 · EC 61 \| 61 · R 42 41319 \| 41319	6:16 Zurich Altstetten	3h34	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 9 18921 \| 18921 · IC 1 706 \| 706 · EC 61 \| 61 · R 42 41319 \| 41319	6:16 Zürich Oerlikon	3h34	9:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 706 \| 706 · EC 61 \| 61 · R 42 41319 \| 41319	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
IC 81 806 \| 806 · IC 6 959 \| 959 · R 41 221 \| 221	7:02 Zurich HB	3h15	10:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 9 18925 \| 18925 · IC 1 708 \| 708 · RE 1 4163 \| 4163 · IR 90 1816 \| 1816	7:16 Zürich Oerlikon	4h34	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 5 18525 \| 18525 · IC 1 708 \| 708 · RE 1 4163 \| 4163 · IR 90 1816 \| 1816	7:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h34	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
IC 1 708 \| 708 · RE 1 4163 \| 4163 · IR 90 1816 \| 1816 · R 42 327 \| 327	7:32 Zurich HB	4h18	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 5 18527 \| 18527 · IC 8 808 \| 808 · R 41 225 \| 225	7:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	11:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
RE 48 4911 \| 4911 · IC 8 808 \| 808 · R 41 225 \| 225	7:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	11:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IR 35 2358 \| 2358 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · R 42 327 \| 327	7:59 Zurich Altstetten	3h51	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 808 \| 808 · R 41 225 \| 225	8:02 Zurich HB	3h15	11:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
IC 1 710 \| 710 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · R 42 327 \| 327	8:15 Zürich Oerlikon	3h35	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 9 18929 \| 18929 · IC 1 710 \| 710 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · R 42 327 \| 327	8:16 Zürich Oerlikon	3h34	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 5 18529 \| 18529 · IC 1 710 \| 710 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · R 42 327 \| 327	8:16 Zurich Altstetten	3h34	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 710 \| 710 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · R 42 327 \| 327	8:32 Zurich HB	3h18	11:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18531 \| 18531 · IC 81 810 \| 810 · IC 6 963 \| 963 · R 41 229 \| 229	8:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	12:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
RE 48 4913 \| 4913 · IC 81 810 \| 810 · IC 6 963 \| 963 · R 41 229 \| 229	8:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	12:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 810 \| 810 · IC 6 963 \| 963 · R 41 229 \| 229	9:02 Zurich HB	3h15	12:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18533 \| 18533 · IC 1 712 \| 712 · RE 1 4167 \| 4167 · IR 90 1820 \| 1820	9:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h34	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 9 18933 \| 18933 · IC 1 712 \| 712 · RE 1 4167 \| 4167 · IR 90 1820 \| 1820	9:16 Zürich Oerlikon	4h34	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
IC 1 712 \| 712 · RE 1 4167 \| 4167 · IR 90 1820 \| 1820 · R 42 335 \| 335	9:32 Zurich HB	4h18	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 5 18535 \| 18535 · IC 8 812 \| 812 · R 41 233 \| 233	9:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	13:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
RE 48 4915 \| 4915 · IC 8 812 \| 812 · R 41 233 \| 233	9:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	13:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IR 35 2362 \| 2362 · IC 6 617 \| 617 · R 42 335 \| 335	9:59 Zurich Altstetten	3h51	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 812 \| 812 · R 41 233 \| 233	10:02 Zurich HB	3h15	13:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
IC 1 714 \| 714 · IC 6 617 \| 617 · R 42 335 \| 335	10:15 Zürich Oerlikon	3h35	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18537 \| 18537 · IC 1 714 \| 714 · IC 6 617 \| 617 · R 42 335 \| 335	10:16 Zurich Altstetten	3h34	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 9 18937 \| 18937 · IC 1 714 \| 714 · IC 6 617 \| 617 · R 42 335 \| 335	10:16 Zürich Oerlikon	3h34	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 714 \| 714 · IC 6 617 \| 617 · R 42 335 \| 335	10:32 Zurich HB	3h18	13:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18539 \| 18539 · IC 81 814 \| 814 · ICE 101 \| 101 · R 41 237 \| 237	10:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	14:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
RE 48 4917 \| 4917 · IC 81 814 \| 814 · ICE 101 \| 101 · R 41 237 \| 237	10:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	14:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 814 \| 814 · ICE 101 \| 101 · R 41 237 \| 237	11:02 Zurich HB	3h15	14:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 9 18941 \| 18941 · IC 1 716 \| 716 · RE 1 4171 \| 4171 · IR 90 1824 \| 1824	11:16 Zürich Oerlikon	4h34	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 5 18541 \| 18541 · IC 1 716 \| 716 · RE 1 4171 \| 4171 · IR 90 1824 \| 1824	11:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h34	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
IC 1 716 \| 716 · RE 1 4171 \| 4171 · IR 90 1824 \| 1824 · R 42 343 \| 343	11:32 Zurich HB	4h18	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 5 18543 \| 18543 · IC 8 816 \| 816 · R 41 241 \| 241	11:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	15:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
RE 48 4919 \| 4919 · IC 8 816 \| 816 · R 41 241 \| 241	11:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	15:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IR 35 2366 \| 2366 · EC 65 \| 65 · R 42 343 \| 343	11:59 Zurich Altstetten	3h51	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 816 \| 816 · R 41 241 \| 241	12:02 Zurich HB	3h15	15:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
IC 1 718 \| 718 · EC 65 \| 65 · R 42 343 \| 343	12:15 Zürich Oerlikon	3h35	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18545 \| 18545 · IC 1 718 \| 718 · EC 65 \| 65 · R 42 343 \| 343	12:16 Zurich Altstetten	3h34	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 9 18945 \| 18945 · IC 1 718 \| 718 · EC 65 \| 65 · R 42 343 \| 343	12:16 Zürich Oerlikon	3h34	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 718 \| 718 · EC 65 \| 65 · R 42 343 \| 343	12:32 Zurich HB	3h18	15:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18547 \| 18547 · IC 81 818 \| 818 · IC 6 971 \| 971 · R 41 245 \| 245	12:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	16:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
RE 48 4921 \| 4921 · IC 81 818 \| 818 · IC 6 971 \| 971 · R 41 245 \| 245	12:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	16:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 818 \| 818 · IC 6 971 \| 971 · R 41 245 \| 245	13:02 Zurich HB	3h15	16:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 9 18949 \| 18949 · IC 1 720 \| 720 · RE 1 4175 \| 4175 · IR 90 1828 \| 1828	13:16 Zürich Oerlikon	4h34	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 5 18549 \| 18549 · IC 1 720 \| 720 · RE 1 4175 \| 4175 · IR 90 1828 \| 1828	13:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h34	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
IC 1 720 \| 720 · RE 1 4175 \| 4175 · IR 90 1828 \| 1828 · R 42 351 \| 351	13:32 Zurich HB	4h18	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 5 18551 \| 18551 · IC 8 820 \| 820 · R 41 249 \| 249	13:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	17:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
RE 48 4923 \| 4923 · IC 8 820 \| 820 · R 41 249 \| 249	13:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	17:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IR 35 2370 \| 2370 · IC 6 625 \| 625 · R 42 351 \| 351	13:59 Zurich Altstetten	3h51	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 820 \| 820 · R 41 249 \| 249	14:02 Zurich HB	3h15	17:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
IC 1 722 \| 722 · IC 6 625 \| 625 · R 42 351 \| 351	14:15 Zürich Oerlikon	3h35	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 9 18953 \| 18953 · IC 1 722 \| 722 · IC 6 625 \| 625 · R 42 351 \| 351	14:16 Zürich Oerlikon	3h34	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 5 18553 \| 18553 · IC 1 722 \| 722 · IC 6 625 \| 625 · R 42 351 \| 351	14:16 Zurich Altstetten	3h34	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 722 \| 722 · IC 6 625 \| 625 · R 42 351 \| 351	14:32 Zurich HB	3h18	17:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18555 \| 18555 · IC 81 822 \| 822 · IC 6 975 \| 975 · R 41 253 \| 253	14:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	18:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
RE 48 4925 \| 4925 · IC 81 822 \| 822 · IC 6 975 \| 975 · R 41 253 \| 253	14:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	18:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 822 \| 822 · IC 6 975 \| 975 · R 41 253 \| 253	15:02 Zurich HB	3h15	18:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 9 18957 \| 18957 · IC 1 724 \| 724 · RE 1 4179 \| 4179 · IR 90 1832 \| 1832	15:16 Zürich Oerlikon	4h34	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
S 5 18557 \| 18557 · IC 1 724 \| 724 · RE 1 4179 \| 4179 · IR 90 1832 \| 1832	15:16 Zurich Altstetten	4h34	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
IC 1 724 \| 724 · RE 1 4179 \| 4179 · IR 90 1832 \| 1832 · R 42 359 \| 359	15:32 Zurich HB	4h18	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 5 18559 \| 18559 · IC 8 824 \| 824 · R 41 257 \| 257	15:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	19:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
RE 48 4927 \| 4927 · IC 8 824 \| 824 · R 41 257 \| 257	15:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	19:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IR 35 2374 \| 2374 · IC 6 629 \| 629 · R 42 359 \| 359	15:59 Zurich Altstetten	3h51	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 824 \| 824 · R 41 257 \| 257	16:02 Zurich HB	3h15	19:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
IC 1 726 \| 726 · IC 6 629 \| 629 · R 42 359 \| 359	16:15 Zürich Oerlikon	3h35	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18561 \| 18561 · IC 1 726 \| 726 · IC 6 629 \| 629 · R 42 359 \| 359	16:16 Zurich Altstetten	3h34	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 9 18961 \| 18961 · IC 1 726 \| 726 · IC 6 629 \| 629 · R 42 359 \| 359	16:16 Zürich Oerlikon	3h34	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 726 \| 726 · IC 6 629 \| 629 · R 42 359 \| 359	16:32 Zurich HB	3h18	19:50 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18563 \| 18563 · IC 81 826 \| 826 · ICE 107 \| 107 · R 41 261 \| 261	16:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	20:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
RE 48 4929 \| 4929 · IC 81 826 \| 826 · ICE 107 \| 107 · R 41 261 \| 261	16:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	20:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 826 \| 826 · ICE 107 \| 107 · R 41 261 \| 261	17:02 Zurich HB	3h15	20:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18567 \| 18567 · IC 8 828 \| 828 · R 42 265 \| 265	17:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	21:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
RE 48 4931 \| 4931 · IC 8 828 \| 828 · R 42 265 \| 265	17:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	21:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 8 828 \| 828 · R 42 265 \| 265	18:02 Zurich HB	3h15	21:17 Zermatt Bhf	1 change
IC 1 730 \| 730 · IC 6 983 \| 983 · R 42 269 \| 269	18:15 Zürich Oerlikon	4h02	22:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18571 \| 18571 · IC 81 830 \| 830 · IC 6 983 \| 983 · R 42 269 \| 269	18:46 Zurich Altstetten	3h31	22:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
RE 48 4933 \| 4933 · IC 81 830 \| 830 · IC 6 983 \| 983 · R 42 269 \| 269	18:48 Zürich Oerlikon	3h29	22:17 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 81 830 \| 830 · IC 6 983 \| 983 · R 42 269 \| 269	19:02 Zurich HB	3h15	22:17 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IR 35 2384 \| 2384 · IC 6 637 \| 637 · R 42 277 \| 277	19:59 Zurich Altstetten	3h49	23:48 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 1 734 \| 734 · IC 6 637 \| 637 · R 42 277 \| 277	20:15 Zürich Oerlikon	3h33	23:48 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18577 \| 18577 · IC 1 734 \| 734 · IC 6 637 \| 637 · R 42 277 \| 277	20:16 Zurich Altstetten	3h32	23:48 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 9 18977 \| 18977 · IC 1 734 \| 734 · IC 6 637 \| 637 · R 42 277 \| 277	20:16 Zürich Oerlikon	3h32	23:48 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 734 \| 734 · IC 6 637 \| 637 · R 42 277 \| 277	20:32 Zurich HB	3h16	23:48 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
IC 1 738 \| 738 · ICE 377 \| 377 · R 42 207 \| 207	22:15 Zürich Oerlikon	8h18	6:33 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 5 18585 \| 18585 · IC 1 738 \| 738 · ICE 377 \| 377 · R 42 207 \| 207	22:16 Zurich Altstetten	8h17	6:33 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
S 9 18985 \| 18985 · IC 1 738 \| 738 · ICE 377 \| 377 · R 42 207 \| 207	22:16 Zürich Oerlikon	8h17	6:33 Zermatt Bhf	3 changes
IC 1 738 \| 738 · ICE 377 \| 377 · R 42 207 \| 207	22:32 Zurich HB	8h01	6:33 Zermatt Bhf	2 changes
S 6 18691 \| 18691 · IR 37 2290 \| 2290 · S 29 8994 \| 8994 · IR 17 2806 \| 2806	23:51 Zürich Oerlikon	8h26	8:17 Zermatt Bhf	5 changes
Friday 9 October
S 11 19192 \| 19192 · S 29 8994 \| 8994 · IR 17 2806 \| 2806 · IC 6 955 \| 955	0:05 Zurich Altstetten	8h12	8:17 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
IR 37 2290 \| 2290 · S 29 8994 \| 8994 · IR 17 2806 \| 2806 · IC 6 955 \| 955	0:08 Zurich HB	8h09	8:17 Zermatt Bhf	4 changes
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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 £121

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.

Train companies: SBB from Zurich to Zermatt trainsSBB trains will get you between Zurich and Zermatt from £52. 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

2h 54m

Cheapest SBB Price

£52

SBB frequency

16 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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Complete guide to Zermatt

Things to do in Zermatt

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

Must visit

Matterhorn Museum - Zermatlantis

Excellent local museum on Zermatt’s mountaineering history, village life and the first Matterhorn ascent, displayed in a sunken complex.

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Recommended

Glacier Palace

Ice palace inside the glacier near Klein Matterhorn, featuring tunnels and ice sculptures in a striking high-alpine setting.

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Vernissage Centre Culturel

Contemporary exhibition space in a historic barn, showing changing art and cultural displays in a small, distinctive village setting.

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Swiss franc (CHF, symbol Fr.)

Zermatt is pricier than most Alpine resorts, with high hotel rates, costly mountain transport, and restaurant prices well above average in Switzerland.

Average meal costs

Budget: CHF 15-25 for takeaway or a simple meal.
Mid-range: CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: CHF 80+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee: CHF 4.50-6.50 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up a few francs in restaurants, cafés, and taxis for good service; larger tips are optional, not expected.

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 £52, while the average price tends to be around £87.

The train journey from Zurich to Zermatt covers a distance of 162 km and takes approximately 2h 54m. Trains run 19 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 19 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.

There is no night train service from Zurich to Zermatt.

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

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.

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

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Zermatt

Most Zurich to Zermatt trains use the Zürich Oerlikon to Zermatt, Bahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Gornergrat. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Zermatt 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 Zermatt

Which Zurich station do trains to Zermatt leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Zermatt leave from Zürich Oerlikon. The station is 5 km from Zurich city centre at Oerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300 Wifi

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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Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

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.

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Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11 Wifi

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 · £0.89 · 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.

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Zürich StadelhofenStadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Stadelhofen from Zurich city centre

TramLine 11, Line 15

BusSeveral lines available

S-BahnLines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16

Zürich Stadelhofen train station facilities and services

Zürich Stadelhofen 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: Outback Lodge, Tibits

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

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

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

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

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.

Zürich HardbrückeZürich Hardplatz, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 225 78 00 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Hardbrücke from Zurich city centre

Zürich Hardbrücke is 3 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS15, S7, S16, S3, S9, S5, S11, S6, S12, Re37, S, S20, Sn9, Sn7, Sn6, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 2m · £0.89 · every ~42 min

9, S · 7m · £3 · every ~3 min

Bus31, 33 · 16m · £3 · every ~16 min

N9 · 15m · £3

Tram8 · 18m · £3 · every ~16 min

Zürich Hardbrücke train station facilities and services

Zürich Hardbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar, Les Halles

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Hardbrücke. Information desks are located on the main concourse.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Hardbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Hardbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Hardbrücke: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include 25hours Hotel Zürich West, Sheraton Zürich Hotel, Novotel Zurich City West.

Zürich EngeZürich Enge, Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Enge from Zurich city centre

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

BusN5 · 3m · £2

Tram5, 6, 8 · 5m · £2 · every ~16 min

5 · 10m · £2 · every ~12 min

Zürich Enge train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Enge, Ristorante Frascati

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

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

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Enge: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Enge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Enge: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Ascot, Engimatt City & Garden Hotel, B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa.

Which Zermatt station do trains from Zurich arrive at?

Trains from Zurich to Zermatt most often arrive at Zermatt, Bahnhof. Some services arrive at Gornergrat, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Zermatt arrival station.

Zermatt, Bahnhof3920 Zermatt, Switzerland Accessibility

Zermatt, Bahnhof train station facilities and services

Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.

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GornergratGornergrat, Zermatt, Switzerland+41 27 921 47 60 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Gornergrat from Zermatt city centre

Gornergrat is 4 km from Zermatt city centre. Public transport options include:

Train48 · 33m · every ~3 min

Gornergrat train station facilities and services

Gornergrat has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat Restaurant, Panorama Self

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gornergrat.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gornergrat.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gornergrat: WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gornergrat: Ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat.

More about Gornergrat

RiffelalpRiffelalp, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Riffelalp from Zermatt city centre

Riffelalp is 1 km from Zermatt city centre. Public transport options include:

Train48 · 15m · every ~3 min

Riffelalp train station facilities and services

Riffelalp has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Hotels and restaurants available in the vicinity.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Riffelalp. ATMs are available at Riffelalp.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Riffelalp.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Riffelalp: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Riffelalp: Access via cog railway and walking paths from Zermatt.

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