The cheapest and fastest trains from Sion to Zermatt
Cheapest price
60S$
Average price
61S$
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sion to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sion to Zermatt will cost around 61S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 60S$.
Of the 4 trains that leave Sion for Zermatt every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:20 AM1h57Sion9:17 AMZermatt60 S$1One-way0 changes
8:57 AM1h53Sion10:50 AMZermatt60 S$1One-way0 changes
6:20 AM1h57Sion8:17 AMZermatt62 S$1One-way0 changes
8:20 AM1h57Sion10:17 AMZermatt63 S$1One-way0 changes
8:57 AM1h53Sion10:50 AMZermatt60 S$1One-way0 changes
7:20 AM1h57Sion9:17 AMZermatt60 S$1One-way0 changes
8:20 AM1h57Sion10:17 AMZermatt63 S$1One-way0 changes
6:20 AM1h57Sion8:17 AMZermatt62 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Sion to Zermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Sion to Zermatt trains for today, Friday, 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · R 42 327 | 327 | 9:57 AM Gare de Sion | 1h53 | 11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
IR 95 1713 | 1713 · R 41 229 | 229 | 10:20 AM Gare de Sion | 1h57 | 12:17 PM Zermatt Bhf | 1 change | |
| Saturday, 20 June | |||||
![]() | 6:20 AM Sion | 1h57 | 8:17 AM Zermatt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Sion | 1h57 | 9:17 AM Zermatt | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sion to Zermatt
Trains from Sion to Zermatt run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 49S$ if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price 49S$ |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 12:45 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), RegionalAlps from Sion to Zermatt trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), RegionalAlps trains will get you between Sion and Zermatt from 49S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sion to Zermatt train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sion to Zermatt by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zermatt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sion and Zermatt
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Place de la Gare
- Inglewood Sion
- Brasserie de la Gare
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- CHF 1
- Hotel Moxy Sion
- Hotel Elite
- Hotel Castel
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Simplon line
- Ticket machines available
- Free
- 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat Restaurant
- Panorama Self
- Ramps
- Free
- 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat
- The station serves as a departure point for the Gornergrat Bahn cogwheel train, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
- Cogwheel train: Gornergrat Bahn from Zermatt
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