On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.
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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.
No, there are no direct train services from Zurich Airport to Zermatt. Travelling from Zurich Airport to Zermatt by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
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.
Travel from Zurich to Zermatt by trainThe 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.
The nearest airport to Zermatt is Geneva (244 kilometres) but because Geneva is a gateway for skiers travelling to Switzerland, it can get busy and flights can be expensive during peak season. Another option is the Zurich airport (248 kilometres). Both airports are well connected to the Swiss rail network.
The most convenient way to reach Zermatt would be by train. Since this is a car-free town, it's also the only way you will be able to actually reach the town. There are direct trains to Zermatt from Zurich and Geneva airports that run every hour.
For one day it is not worth getting the Peak Pass. The Peak Pass is designed for those spending longer times in Zermatt, principally hikers in the summer. Peak2Peak is good if you plan to go to the Klein Matterhorn in the am and the Gornergrat in the pm...
I would recommend Zermatt - if you like mountains and hiking and quiet, Lucerne if you like cities and nightlife. Lucerne is a city, you will find the same kinds of things in Lucerne that you will find in Geneva - Lucerne does have Mt. Pilatus, you can take a great round trip tour, boat, cog rail, tram, gondola, bus...
The Glacier Express - known as the 'Slowest Express Train in the World' (and arguably the most scenic) - connects the mountain resort towns of Matterhorn adjacent to Zermatt and St Moritz in the Swiss Alps.
Your trip begins with one night in Zurich before travelling to the peaceful lakeside retreat of St Moritz.The following day, board the Glacier Express to St Moritz. Along the way, the train will cross over 291 bridges, go through 91 tunnels, wind through the Swiss Alps, and traverse the countryside.