The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Zermatt
Cheapest price
€107
Average price
€118
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Zermatt will cost around €118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €107.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Zermatt without transferring at least once.
ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 237
IC 61 965 | 965 · IC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 233
IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 327
IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 229
IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 335
ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 237
IC 61 965 | 965 · IC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 233
IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 229
IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 327
IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 335Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Basel to Zermatt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Zermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €84. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €84, and a flight costs an average of €102.
Distance: 171 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€119 Average price Cheapest | €210 Average price |
5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 6m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Zermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Zermatt trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 63 | 63 · R 42 335 | 335 | 9:30 AM Basel SBB | 3h20 | 12:50 PM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 31101 | 31101 · R 41 237 | 237 | 9:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h19 | 1:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 327 | 7:30 AM Basel SBB | 3h20 | 10:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 229 | 7:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h19 | 11:17 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 965 | 965 · IC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 233 | 8:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h19 | 12:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Zermatt
Trains from Basel to Zermatt run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €84 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €84 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 00:33 |
Last train 22:28 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Zermatt trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Zermatt from €84. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Zermatt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Zermatt
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
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