Is Zurich to Zermatt train scenic?

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 are travelling to Zermatt by train: fly to Zurich or Geneva and take the train to Visp, where you change to the mountain train direct to Zermatt. The whole journey is very scenic, going alongside lakes, vineyards and mountains with typically Swiss efficiency.

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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.

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The train transfer time is slightly faster than from Geneva. In addition to Swiss, BA, Easyjet and other European airlines, there are also more intercontinental flights to Zurich than to Geneva, making Zurich the best choice for overseas visitors.

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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...

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Zermatt has no airport of its own and the most convenient airports are in Geneva or Zurich, although the nearest airport is in Sion. Sion has a limited flight schedule, which is why people often opt to travel to the airports in Geneva or Zurich. Once you reach here, you can take a train to Zermatt.

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One of the world's most scenic train journeys; the whole route is UNESCO ... The Glacier Express is a Swiss train with large panoramic windows that runs between Zermatt and St Moritz.

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Zermatt is known throughout the world for its skiing, especially Triftji for its moguls. The high altitude results in consistent skiing continuously throughout the summer. Skiing in Zermatt is split up into four areas: Sunnegga, Gornergrat, Klein Matterhorn and Schwarzsee.

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Glacier Express Topping our list is none other than the Glacier Express, probably the most iconic and luxurious scenic Swiss rail journey.

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Bern, Thun or Spiez would be good options for a stop-over, and are on the direct route from Zurich Airport to Zermatt. Alternatively, you could spend the first night in Luzern (1 hr 10 mins from Zurich Airport). From Luzern it's 3 hrs 14 minutes (or more, depending on route and train) to Zermatt.

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You can't miss this view of the Matterhorn. How to get there: Follow Oberdorfstrasse on foot to the southern end of the village to reach the hiking trail in the direction of Furi. Our tip: Follow the path towards Furi for about ten minutes, then turn right at the first bench and follow the path uphill.

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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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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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TIP: While you can make a day trip to Zermatt and still see some of the best places, we recommend staying in town for two nights and spending at least 1 full day in Zermatt. It's located quite far away from all the main towns in Switzerland, and so just getting there and back will take a long time.

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Zermatt, which sits at 5,000 feet in the shadow of the 14,690-foot Matterhorn, is nestled at the dead-end of a long valley in Switzerland's remote southwest. While it's barely two hours from Bern and Interlaken by train, or about three from Z?rich or Lausanne, it's not quite on the way to anywhere.

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Zermatt & Gornergrat summit day tour from Zurich We cross the Alps from north to south by train either over the scenic Lötschberg mountain line or on the direct route (your choice). We arrive in Zermatt at the latest by noon. You can enjoy up to six hours in Zermatt.

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You can enjoy the Bernina Express as a day trip - this is the highest railway across the Alps, yet the train negotiates 55 tunnels, 196 bridges and steep inclines with ease. The carriages have panoramic windows so that you can enjoy unrestricted views of the stunning landscape through which you are travelling.

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Now 120 years old the Gornergrat Railway operates from just opposite the main Zermatt railway station all the way to the peak it shares its name with. At the top you can enjoy incredible views of the Matterhorn and the Gorner Glacier.

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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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Peak glamour at this luxury Swiss ski resort Boasting snow-covered slopes in winter and wildflower meadows in summer, Zermatt is a take-your-breath-away setting whatever the season.

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