Zurich to Zermatt by train
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Overview: trains from Zurich to Zermatt
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Thinking about travelling from Zurich to Zermatt by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.
Train cost between Zurich and Zermatt: 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 £67.02, then go to £74, if booked a month in advance, and £81, 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.
Zurich to Zermatt departure timetable
On this route, 25 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Zurich at 00:02 and the last leaving at 22:32 during the week.
For weekend travel to Zermatt, the earliest departure is at 00:42 and the last one is at 22:32. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 33 minutes.
Train travel time and distance from Zurich to Zermatt
Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 12 minutes. The total distance travelled is 162 kilometres.
When do tickets go on sale between Zurich and Zermatt?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Zurich and Zermatt 11 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
Learn even more about travelling from Zurich to Zermatt by train
Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Zermatt.
FAQs about the train journey from Zurich to Zermatt
Want to know more about your journey from Zurich to Zermatt? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The trip from Zurich to Zermatt covers a distance of 162 kilometres.
The lowest price available on this route is £67.02. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around £74. Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around £81.
Tickets for this route become available 11 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey is 3 hours and 12 minutes.
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