Zermatt to Gstaad train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Zermatt to Gstaad take around 3 hours and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 62 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Zermatt is scheduled to depart at around  05:37. The last departure is usually at around 22:06 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Zermatt at around 05:37, with the last train leaving at around 22:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 33 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$80.00.

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

Is there a direct train from Zermatt to Gstaad?

The journey between Zermatt and Gstaad 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 Zermatt to Gstaad?

The Zermatt to Gstaad train travel takes about 3 hours and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Zermatt to Gstaad train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gstaad leaving Zermatt at around 05:37 and the last train leaving at around 22:06 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Zermatt at around 05:37, with the final departure at 22:13.