How to get from Basel to Zermatt
- 171 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 3h 23m
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Basel to Zermatt. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 23m by train, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 171 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
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171 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €63Omio catalogue, Oct 6 | 3h 23m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €64Reading date not recorded | 7h 27m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Train€63Omio catalogue, Oct 63h 23m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€64Reading date not recorded7h 27m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Basel to Zermatt: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Basel → Thuntrain
SBB·1h 25m - 2Thun → VisptrainSBB·37m
- 3Visp → ZermatttrainMatterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz)·36m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
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- Train· 3h 19m€63Book
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 6
Operators seen on these journeys
SBBBasel-Thun, Thun-Visp, Geneva-VispBook →Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz)Visp-ZermattBook →
FlixBusBasel-GenevaBook →On this route you travel with SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz), FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Basel to Zermatt works
Start with a SBB train from Basel to Thun, about 1h 25m. Transfer in Thun and continue by SBB train on to Visp (37 min). Transfer in Visp and continue by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz) train on to Zermatt (36 min). In total it's roughly €60 over 3h 23m, 2 transfers.
Basel to Zermatt: common questions
How long does it take to get from Basel to Zermatt?
The most useful route takes about 3h 23m by train, 2 transfers.
Is there a train from Basel to Zermatt?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Zermatt from Basel?
About 171 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Basel to Zermatt cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €60. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Basel to Zermatt?
On this route you travel with SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz), FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Zermatt?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz)
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026