Travelling from Zermatt to Göschenen by train

Considering a train trip from Zermatt to Göschenen? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Zermatt and Göschenen: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$82.49, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Zermatt to Göschenen daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Göschenen on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 14 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:37: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 17:13: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:37: departure of first train on weekends

  • 17:37: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 45 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long does the train from Zermatt to Göschenen take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 7 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 96 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Zermatt and Göschenen?

Tickets along this route go on sale 6 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your Zermatt to Göschenen travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Göschenen.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Zermatt to Göschenen by train?

The train journey between Zermatt and Göschenen covers 96 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Zermatt to Göschenen?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at AU$82.49. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Zermatt to Göschenen train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 6 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Zermatt to Göschenen by train?

The shortest trip is 4 hours and 7 minutes.