Samedan to Zermatt train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Samedan to Zermatt take around 6 hours and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 173 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Samedan is scheduled to depart at around  04:53. The last departure is usually at around 21:13 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Samedan at around 05:53, with the last train leaving at around 17:16. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 27 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$140.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Zermatt, 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 Zermatt.

Is there a direct train from Samedan to Zermatt?

The journey between Samedan and Zermatt 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 Samedan to Zermatt?

The Samedan to Zermatt train travel takes about 6 hours and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Samedan to Zermatt train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Zermatt leaving Samedan at around 04:53 and the last train leaving at around 21:13 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Samedan at around 05:53, with the final departure at 17:16.