Chamonix to Zurich train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Chamonix to Zurich by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Chamonix to Zurich take around 5 hours, covering a distance of approximately 206 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Chamonix is scheduled to depart at around  04:56. The last departure is usually at around 20:28 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Chamonix at around 07:28, with the last train leaving at around 20:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 34 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$92.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Zurich, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Zurich.

Is there a direct train from Chamonix to Zurich?

The journey between Chamonix and Zurich usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Chamonix to Zurich?

The Chamonix to Zurich train travel takes about 5 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Chamonix to Zurich train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Zurich leaving Chamonix at around 04:56 and the last train leaving at around 20:28 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Chamonix at around 07:28, with the final departure at 20:28.