Zurich to Zermatt train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Zermatt

Showing times and prices for Aug 29

Cheapest price

€80

Average price

€125

Fastest journey

3 h 12 m

Average duration

3 h 14 m

Trains per day

83

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Zermatt will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.

Fast trains

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

  • SBBRE 48 4929 | 4929 · IC 81 826 | 826 · ICE 107 | 107 · R 41 261 | 261
    4:48 PM3h29
    Zürich Oerlikon
    8:17 PMZermatt Bhf
    801One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBS 9 18961 | 18961 · IC 1 726 | 726 · IC 6 629 | 629 · R 42 359 | 359
    4:16 PM3h34
    Zürich Oerlikon
    7:50 PMZermatt Bhf
    801One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBIC 81 826 | 826 · ICE 107 | 107 · R 41 261 | 261
    5:02 PM3h15
    Zurich HB
    8:17 PMZermatt Bhf
    801One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIC 8 828 | 828 · R 42 265 | 265
    6:02 PM3h15
    Zurich HB
    9:17 PMZermatt Bhf
    801One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBIR N1 746 | 746 · IC 6 955 | 955 · R 42 213 | 213
    2:02 AM6h15
    Zurich HB
    8:17 AMZermatt Bhf
    1001One-way
    2 transfers

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 €89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. 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 €89, and a flight costs an average of €91.

Distance: 162 km

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Flight

€121

Average price

Cheapest

€200

Average price

5h 44m

Average total duration

5h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

51m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

SBB

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Zurich to Zermatt train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Zermatt trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · R 42 335 | 3359:32 AM Zurich HB
4h18
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 2339:46 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
1:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBRE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 2339:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
1:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 3359:59 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 23310:02 AM Zurich HB
3h15
1:17 PM Zermatt Bhf1 transfer
SBBIC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 33510:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h35
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 33510:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h34
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 33510:16 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h34
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 33510:32 AM Zurich HB
3h18
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18539 | 18539 · IC 81 814 | 814 · ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 23710:46 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
2:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBRE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 81 814 | 814 · ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 23710:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
2:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 81 814 | 814 · ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 23711:02 AM Zurich HB
3h15
2:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18543 | 18543 · IC 8 816 | 816 · R 41 241 | 24111:46 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
3:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBRE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 8 816 | 816 · R 41 241 | 24111:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
3:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 6 18643 | 18643 · IR 16 2170 | 2170 · IC 1345 | 1345 · R 42 343 | 34311:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h59
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIR 35 2366 | 2366 · IC 1345 | 1345 · R 42 343 | 34311:59 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 35 2366 | 2366 · EC 65 | 65 · R 42 343 | 34311:59 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 816 | 816 · IC 1345 | 1345 · R 42 343 | 34312:02 PM Zurich HB
3h48
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 816 | 816 · R 41 241 | 24112:02 PM Zurich HB
3h15
3:17 PM Zermatt Bhf1 transfer
SBBS 11 19144 | 19144 · IR 16 2170 | 2170 · IC 1345 | 1345 · R 42 343 | 34312:05 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h45
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIR 37 2266 | 2266 · IR 16 2170 | 2170 · IC 1345 | 1345 · R 42 343 | 34312:08 PM Zurich HB
3h42
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · R 42 343 | 34312:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h35
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · R 42 343 | 34312:16 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h34
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · R 42 343 | 34312:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h34
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · R 42 343 | 34312:32 PM Zurich HB
3h18
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18547 | 18547 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · R 41 245 | 24512:46 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
4:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBRE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · R 41 245 | 24512:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
4:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · R 41 245 | 2451:02 PM Zurich HB
3h15
4:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 · IR 90 1828 | 18281:16 PM Zurich Altstetten
4h34
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBS 9 18949 | 18949 · IC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 · IR 90 1828 | 18281:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon
4h34
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBIC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 · IR 90 1828 | 1828 · R 42 351 | 3511:32 PM Zurich HB
4h18
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 5 18551 | 18551 · IC 8 820 | 820 · R 41 249 | 2491:46 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
5:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBRE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 8 820 | 820 · R 41 249 | 2491:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
5:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 35 2370 | 2370 · IC 6 625 | 625 · R 42 351 | 3511:59 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 820 | 820 · R 41 249 | 2492:02 PM Zurich HB
3h15
5:17 PM Zermatt Bhf1 transfer
SBBIC 1 722 | 722 · IC 6 625 | 625 · R 42 351 | 3512:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h35
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18553 | 18553 · IC 1 722 | 722 · IC 6 625 | 625 · R 42 351 | 3512:16 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h34
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 9 18953 | 18953 · IC 1 722 | 722 · IC 6 625 | 625 · R 42 351 | 3512:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h34
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 722 | 722 · IC 6 625 | 625 · R 42 351 | 3512:32 PM Zurich HB
3h18
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18555 | 18555 · IC 81 822 | 822 · IC 6 975 | 975 · R 41 253 | 2532:46 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
6:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBRE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 81 822 | 822 · IC 6 975 | 975 · R 41 253 | 2532:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
6:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 81 822 | 822 · IC 6 975 | 975 · R 41 253 | 2533:02 PM Zurich HB
3h15
6:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 9 18957 | 18957 · IC 1 724 | 724 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 · IR 90 1832 | 18323:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon
4h34
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBS 5 18557 | 18557 · IC 1 724 | 724 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 · IR 90 1832 | 18323:16 PM Zurich Altstetten
4h34
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBIC 1 724 | 724 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 · IR 90 1832 | 1832 · R 42 359 | 3593:32 PM Zurich HB
4h18
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 5 18559 | 18559 · IC 8 824 | 824 · R 41 257 | 2573:46 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
7:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBRE 48 4927 | 4927 · IC 8 824 | 824 · R 41 257 | 2573:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
7:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 35 2374 | 2374 · IC 6 629 | 629 · R 42 359 | 3593:59 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 824 | 824 · R 41 257 | 2574:02 PM Zurich HB
3h15
7:17 PM Zermatt Bhf1 transfer
SBBIC 1 726 | 726 · IC 6 629 | 629 · R 42 359 | 3594:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h35
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18561 | 18561 · IC 1 726 | 726 · IC 6 629 | 629 · R 42 359 | 3594:16 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h34
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 9 18961 | 18961 · IC 1 726 | 726 · IC 6 629 | 629 · R 42 359 | 3594:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h34
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 726 | 726 · IC 6 629 | 629 · R 42 359 | 3594:32 PM Zurich HB
3h18
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18563 | 18563 · IC 81 826 | 826 · ICE 107 | 107 · R 41 261 | 2614:46 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
8:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBRE 48 4929 | 4929 · IC 81 826 | 826 · ICE 107 | 107 · R 41 261 | 2614:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
8:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 81 826 | 826 · ICE 107 | 107 · R 41 261 | 2615:02 PM Zurich HB
3h15
8:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18567 | 18567 · IC 8 828 | 828 · R 42 265 | 2655:46 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
9:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBRE 48 4931 | 4931 · IC 8 828 | 828 · R 42 265 | 2655:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
9:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 828 | 828 · R 42 265 | 2656:02 PM Zurich HB
3h15
9:17 PM Zermatt Bhf1 transfer
SBBIC 1 730 | 730 · IC 6 983 | 983 · R 42 269 | 2696:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
4h02
10:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18571 | 18571 · IC 81 830 | 830 · IC 6 983 | 983 · R 42 269 | 2696:46 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
10:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBRE 48 4933 | 4933 · IC 81 830 | 830 · IC 6 983 | 983 · R 42 269 | 2696:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
10:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 81 830 | 830 · IC 6 983 | 983 · R 42 269 | 2697:02 PM Zurich HB
3h15
10:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 734 | 734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · R 42 277 | 2778:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h33
11:48 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18577 | 18577 · IC 1 734 | 734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · R 42 277 | 2778:16 PM Zurich Altstetten
3h32
11:48 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 9 18977 | 18977 · IC 1 734 | 734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · R 42 277 | 2778:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon
3h32
11:48 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 734 | 734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · R 42 277 | 2778:32 PM Zurich HB
3h16
11:48 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18585 | 18585 · IC 1 738 | 738 · ICE 377 | 377 · R 42 207 | 20710:16 PM Zurich Altstetten
8h17
6:33 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 738 | 738 · ICE 377 | 377 · R 42 207 | 20710:32 PM Zurich HB
8h01
6:33 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
Saturday, August 29
SBBIR 13 3290 | 3290 · IC 8 844 | 844 · B N17 91702 | 91702 · SN 13846 | 1384612:50 AM Zürich Oerlikon
7h27
8:17 AM Zermatt Bhf5 transfers
SBBBN N1 | 61858 · IR N1 746 | 746 · RE 1 4157 | 4157 · IR 90 1810 | 18101:41 AM Zurich
7h09
8:50 AM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBBN N1 | 61858 · IR N1 746 | 746 · IC 6 955 | 955 · R 42 213 | 2131:41 AM Zurich
6h36
8:17 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBSN 7 13773 | 13773 · IR N1 746 | 746 · RE 1 4157 | 4157 · IR 90 1810 | 18101:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
7h02
8:50 AM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBSN 7 13773 | 13773 · IR N1 746 | 746 · IC 6 955 | 955 · R 42 213 | 2131:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
6h29
8:17 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIR N1 746 | 746 · IC 6 955 | 955 · R 42 213 | 2132:02 AM Zurich HB
6h15
8:17 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR N1 746 | 746 · RE 1 4157 | 4157 · IR 90 1810 | 1810 · R 42 41315 | 413152:02 AM Zurich HB
6h48
8:50 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 5 18519 | 18519 · IC 8 804 | 804 · R 41 217 | 2175:46 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
9:17 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 13 3252 | 3252 · IC 8 804 | 804 · R 41 217 | 2175:46 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h31
9:17 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 13 3252 | 3252 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IC 1341 | 1341 · R 42 41319 | 413195:46 AM Zürich Oerlikon
4h04
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIR 35 2354 | 2354 · IC 1341 | 1341 · R 42 41319 | 413195:59 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 35 2354 | 2354 · EC 61 | 61 · R 42 41319 | 413195:59 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 804 | 804 · IC 1341 | 1341 · R 42 41319 | 413196:02 AM Zurich HB
3h48
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 804 | 804 · R 41 217 | 2176:02 AM Zurich HB
3h15
9:17 AM Zermatt Bhf1 transfer
SBBS 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · R 42 41319 | 413196:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h34
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · R 42 41319 | 413196:16 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h34
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · R 42 41319 | 413196:32 AM Zurich HB
3h18
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18523 | 18523 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 959 · R 41 221 | 2216:46 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
10:17 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBRE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 959 · R 41 221 | 2216:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
10:17 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 959 · R 41 221 | 2217:02 AM Zurich HB
3h15
10:17 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 6 18625 | 18625 · IC 1303 | 1303 · R 42 323 | 3237:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
10:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 11 19127 | 19127 · IC 1303 | 1303 · R 42 323 | 3237:24 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h26
10:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1303 | 1303 · R 42 323 | 3237:38 AM Zurich HB
3h12
10:50 AM Zermatt Bhf1 transfer
SBBS 5 18527 | 18527 · IC 8 808 | 808 · R 41 225 | 2257:46 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
11:17 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBRE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 8 808 | 808 · R 41 225 | 2257:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
11:17 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBRE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IC 1343 | 1343 · R 42 327 | 3277:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
4h02
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIR 35 2358 | 2358 · IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 3277:59 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 35 2358 | 2358 · IC 1343 | 1343 · R 42 327 | 3277:59 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h51
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 8 808 | 808 · R 41 225 | 2258:02 AM Zurich HB
3h15
11:17 AM Zermatt Bhf1 transfer
SBBIC 8 808 | 808 · IC 1343 | 1343 · R 42 327 | 3278:02 AM Zurich HB
3h48
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 3278:16 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h34
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBS 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 3278:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h34
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 3278:32 AM Zurich HB
3h18
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 2298:46 AM Zurich Altstetten
3h31
12:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBRE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 2298:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon
3h29
12:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 2299:02 AM Zurich HB
3h15
12:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 18209:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon
4h34
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBS 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 18209:16 AM Zurich Altstetten
4h34
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers

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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.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Zermatt

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Trains from Zurich to Zermatt run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €89 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
5h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
€89
Trains per day
23
Fastest train
3h 15m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
84 days
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

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 €89. 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
€89
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

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
€98
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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
€172
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Zermatt

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Zermatt can start from as little as €89 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Zermatt is €121; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Zurich to Zermatt is 3h 15m to travel the 162 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Zurich to Zermatt leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Zurich to Zermatt leaves at 11:57 PM.
There are 23 trains a day from Zurich to Zermatt which require at least one change with SBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Zurich to Zermatt, you can count on SBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) 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.
A trip to Zermatt from Zurich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Zurich to Zermatt is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Zermatt including taking a train and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Zurich to Zermatt

Most Zurich to Zermatt trains use the Zürich HB 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 HB. The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.
Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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 · €1 · 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.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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.

Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, SwitzerlandWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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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