How long does it take to get from Zermatt to Zurich by train?

The average train time from Zermatt to Zurich Hb station is 3h 34m, although it takes just 3h 15m on the fastest SBB services. There are around 25 trains per day running from Zermatt to Zurich, during which you'll have to make at least one change, usually in Visp. All trains depart from Zermatt station.



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Separated by 162km of incredible views, the train from Zermatt to Zurich is the best way to get from one side of the country to the other. Not just because of the scenery, but because SBB trains are comfortable, quick and take you right into the heart of Zermatt without having to find somewhere to park.

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If you book 30 days in advance, tickets will cost around US$74, while the price is around US$85 if you book 7 days in advance. Booking on the day of travel is likely to be more expensive, so it's worth booking ahead of time if you can, or check our special offers and deals.

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Travel from Zurich to Zermatt by train The average train time from Zurich Hb station to Zermatt station is 4h 3m, although it takes 3h 12m on the fastest SBB services. There are around 25 trains per day running from Zurich to Zermatt and will usually require a change along the way in Visp.

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No, there are no direct train services from Zermatt to Zurich Hb. Travelling from Zermatt to Zurich Hb by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

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The one we recommend is a full 12 hour trip that takes in Zermatt, the Matterhorn and Gornergrat. During the day you'll travel by train from Zurich, accompanied by an expert guide, and even take a trip to the top of Gornergrat for those panoramic Alpine views.

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From there, you can take a train to Zermatt, which is three and a half hours from Geneva and four and a half hours from Zurich by road.

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MGB trains leave Zermatt twice-hourly for Visp, where there are connections with the main Swiss rail network. Alternate trains from Zermatt continue beyond Visp to Brig. The star departure of the day from Zermatt is the Glacier Express to St Moritz (which runs all year bar for a seven-week autumn break).

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How Many Days Do You Need in Zermatt? With two full days, you can visit all three peaks, do a little hiking (in the summer), and explore the town. Just keep your fingers crossed that you have good weather so you can see the Matterhorn. Three days gives you more leisurely time.

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This is the mother of all Alpine resorts, and it's much to the credit of local planners that Zermatt has not been completely wrecked by mass tourism. No matter how chic your Mercedes, there's no way you'll be allowed to drive into Zermatt. The only way to Zermatt is by train.

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The nearest major town is Visp, 31km north. Zermatt is only accessible by train on the Matterhorn Gotthard railway via the towns of Visp or Brig.

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As Zermatt is a mostly pedestrianised town, you can walk pretty much anywhere from your accomodation. There are several gondola and mountain railway stations, so make sure that you know which one you need for the hiking route you choose.

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Zermatt – the Mountain Village of Records Zermatt lies at the foot of the highest mountains in the entire Alpine mountain range. With the Matterhorn, Weisshorn, Monte Rosa. A single visit to the Matterhorn village is not enough to experience all of the attractions and records. An excursion to Gornergrat is a must.

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Or vice versa from Chur - Zermatt Get on board the classic Alpine trains and let the Glacier Express take you through the breathtaking landscapes between Zermatt and Chur. Admire the beauty of the Swiss Alps in all its magnificence.

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