The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Chur
Cheapest price
€141
Average price
€162
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Chur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Chur will cost around €162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €141.
Of the 9 trains that leave Zermatt for Chur on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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.
R 42 316 | 316 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 1 709 | 709 · IC 3 563 | 5636:06 AM4h46Zermatt Bhf10:52 AMChur station€1411One-way3 transfers
PE GEX 904 | 9049:52 AM5h33Zermatt Bhf3:25 PMChur station€1431One-way0 transfers
PE GEX 902 | 9028:52 AM5h33Zermatt Bhf2:25 PMChur station€1431One-way0 transfers
R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 3 769 | 7698:37 AM4h45Zermatt Bhf1:22 PMChur station€1491One-way3 transfers
R 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · ICE 275 | 2757:37 AM4h45Zermatt Bhf12:22 PMChur station€1501One-way2 transfers
R 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · ICE 277 | 2779:37 AM4h45Zermatt Bhf2:22 PMChur station€1841One-way2 transfers
R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 3 769 | 7698:37 AM4h45Zermatt Bhf1:22 PMChur station€1491One-way3 transfers
R 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · ICE 275 | 2757:37 AM4h45Zermatt Bhf12:22 PMChur station€1501One-way2 transfers
R 41 218 | 218 · ICE 372 | 372 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 3 765 | 7656:37 AM4h45Zermatt Bhf11:22 AMChur station€1841One-way3 transfers
R 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 717 | 717 · IC 3 571 | 57110:06 AM4h46Zermatt Bhf2:52 PMChur station€1841One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zermatt to Chur
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Chur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. 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 €59, and a flight costs an average of €95.
Distance: 165 km
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Live departures
Zermatt to Chur train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Chur trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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R 42 316 | 316 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 1 709 | 709 · IC 3 563 | 563 | 6:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h46 | 10:52 AM Chur station | 3 transfers | |
R 41 218 | 218 · ICE 372 | 372 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 3 765 | 765 | 6:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h45 | 11:22 AM Chur station | 3 transfers | |
R 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · ICE 275 | 275 | 7:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h45 | 12:22 PM Chur station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 324 | 324 · EC 30460 | 30460 · IC 1 713 | 713 · IC 3 567 | 567 | 8:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h46 | 12:52 PM Chur station | 3 transfers | |
R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 3 769 | 769 | 8:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h45 | 1:22 PM Chur station | 3 transfers | |
PE GEX 902 | 902 | 8:52 AM Zermatt Bhf | 5h33 | 2:25 PM Chur station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · ICE 277 | 277 | 9:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h45 | 2:22 PM Chur station | 2 transfers | |
PE GEX 904 | 904 | 9:52 AM Zermatt Bhf | 5h33 | 3:25 PM Chur station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 717 | 717 · IC 3 571 | 571 | 10:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h46 | 2:52 PM Chur station | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zermatt to Chur
Trains from Zermatt to Chur run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:02, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 3:02 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Glacier Express, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Chur trainsSBB, Rhatische Bahn, Glacier Express, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Chur from €59. 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 Zermatt to Chur
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt to Chur 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 Chur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zermatt to Chur
- Ticket machines available
- Free
- 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat Restaurant
- Panorama Self
- Ramps
- Free
- 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat
- The station serves as a departure point for the Gornergrat Bahn cogwheel train, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
- Cogwheel train: Gornergrat Bahn from Zermatt
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse
- Restaurant Va Bene
- Restaurant Zunfthaus zur Rebleuten
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- CHF 1
- Hotel ABC
- Hotel Chur
- Romantik Hotel Stern
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: Rhaetian Railway connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- PostBus: Regional connections
- Rhaetian Railway: Bernina Express, Glacier Express
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