How to get from Zurich to Zermatt
- 162 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 3h 45m
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Zurich to Zermatt. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 45m by train, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 162 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 23, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
162 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €79Omio catalogue, Sep 24 | 3h 45m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €68Reading date not recorded | 8h 37m3 transfers | See Bus details |
- Train€79Omio catalogue, Sep 243h 45m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€68Reading date not recorded8h 37m · 3 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Zurich to Zermatt: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Zurich → Thuntrain
SBB·1h 23m - 2Thun → VisptrainSBB·37m
- 3Visp → ZermatttrainMatterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz)·36m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Train· 3h 15m€79Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Sep 24
Operators seen on these journeys
SBBZurich-Thun, Thun-Visp, Geneva-VispBook →Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz)Visp-ZermattBook →City transitZurich-Zurich AirportBook →
BlaBlaCar BusZurich Airport-GenevaBook →On this route you travel with SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz), City transit, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Zurich to Zermatt works
Start with a SBB train from Zurich to Thun, about 1h 23m. 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 €61 over 3h 45m, 2 transfers.
Zurich to Zermatt: common questions
How long does it take to get from Zurich to Zermatt?
The most useful route takes about 3h 45m by train, 2 transfers.
Is there a train from Zurich 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 Zurich?
About 162 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Zurich to Zermatt cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €61. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Zurich to Zermatt?
On this route you travel with SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (bvz), City transit, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich 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: 23 Sep 2026