The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Zermatt
Cheapest price
€141
Average price
€147
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport 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 Airport to Zermatt will cost around €147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €141.
It's difficult to get from Zurich Airport to Zermatt without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 1820
IC 5 1522 | 1522 · IC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 · IR 90 1828 | 1828
IC 5 528 | 528 · IC 8 824 | 824 · R 41 257 | 257
IC 5 526 | 526 · IC 81 822 | 822 · IC 6 975 | 975 · R 41 253 | 253
IR 75 2118 | 2118 · IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · R 42 343 | 343
IC 5 528 | 528 · IC 8 824 | 824 · R 41 257 | 257
IC 5 526 | 526 · IC 81 822 | 822 · IC 6 975 | 975 · R 41 253 | 253
IC 5 524 | 524 · IC 8 820 | 820 · R 41 249 | 249
IC 5 522 | 522 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · R 41 245 | 245
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 229Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zurich Airport to Zermatt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Zermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €65, and a flight costs an average of €129.
Distance: 171 km
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€132 Average price Cheapest | €383 Average price |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Zermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Zermatt trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:15 PM Zurich Airport | 3h35 | 5:50 PM Zermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 327 | 7:09 AM Zurich Airport | 3h41 | 10:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2 transfers | |
IR 75 2110 | 2110 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 327 | 7:15 AM Zurich Airport | 3h35 | 10:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3 transfers | |
IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 229 | 7:46 AM Zurich Airport | 3h31 | 11:17 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 229 | 7:49 AM Zurich Airport | 3h28 | 11:17 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 8:19 AM Zurich Airport | 4h31 | 12:50 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4 transfers | |
IC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 233 | 8:46 AM Zurich Airport | 3h31 | 12:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 516 | 516 · IC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 233 | 8:49 AM Zurich Airport | 3h28 | 12:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 335 | 9:09 AM Zurich Airport | 3h41 | 12:50 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2 transfers | |
IR 75 2114 | 2114 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 335 | 9:15 AM Zurich Airport | 3h35 | 12:50 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3 transfers | |
IC 81 814 | 814 · ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 237 | 9:46 AM Zurich Airport | 3h31 | 1:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 518 | 518 · IC 81 814 | 814 · ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 237 | 9:49 AM Zurich Airport | 3h28 | 1:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3 transfers | |
IC 8 816 | 816 · R 41 241 | 241 | 10:46 AM Zurich Airport | 3h31 | 2:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 520 | 520 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 1345 | 1345 · R 42 343 | 343 | 10:49 AM Zurich Airport | 4h01 | 2:50 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 520 | 520 · IC 8 816 | 816 · R 41 241 | 241 | 10:49 AM Zurich Airport | 3h28 | 2:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Zermatt
Trains from Zurich Airport to Zermatt run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €65 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €65 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 20:08 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich Airport to Zermatt trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Zermatt from €65. 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 Zurich Airport to Zermatt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport to Zermatt
- 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
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