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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Zurich

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Cheapest price

$142

Average price

$161

Fastest journey

3 h 21 m

Average duration

3 h 21 m

Trains per day

32

Distance

162 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zermatt to Zurich will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $142.

Fast trains

To travel from Zermatt to Zurich you need to make at least one change.

SBBR 41 238 | 238 · IC 8 821 | 821
11:37AM3h21
Zermatt Bhf
02:58PMZurich HB
$1421One-way
1 change
SBBR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IC 81 819 | 819
10:37AM3h21
Zermatt Bhf
01:58PMZurich HB
$1421One-way
2 changes
SBBR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IC 81 819 | 819 · RE 48 4924 | 4924
10:37AM3h33
Zermatt Bhf
02:10PMZürich Oerlikon
$1461One-way
3 changes
SBBR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IC 1 719 | 719
10:37AM4h05
Zermatt Bhf
02:42PMZürich Oerlikon
$1461One-way
2 changes
SBBR 41 238 | 238 · IC 8 821 | 821 · RE 48 4926 | 4926
11:37AM3h33
Zermatt Bhf
03:10PMZürich Oerlikon
$1461One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Zermatt to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $113. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $113, and a flight costs an average of $103.

Distance: 162 km

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Flight

$162

Average Price

Cheapest

$436

Average Price

5h 12m

Average total duration

4h 42m

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Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

53m

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3h 0m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.0kg

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SBB

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Live departures

Zermatt to Zurich train times

The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Zurich trains for today, Sunday, 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:47 am
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
sbbR 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 713 · S 5 18542 | 185427:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h38
10:44 am Zurich Altstetten3 changes
sbbR 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 7137:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h22
10:28 am Zurich HB2 changes
sbbR 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · IR 35 2367 | 23677:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h54
11:00 am Zurich Altstetten2 changes
sbbR 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 7137:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h36
10:42 am Zürich Oerlikon2 changes
sbbR 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 · S 5 18544 | 185447:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h37
11:14 am Zurich Altstetten3 changes
sbbR 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 8157:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h21
10:58 am Zurich HB2 changes
sbbR 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 · RE 48 4920 | 49207:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h33
11:10 am Zürich Oerlikon3 changes
sbbR 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IR 55 1769 | 17697:37 am Zermatt Bhf
4h05
11:42 am Zürich Oerlikon2 changes
sbbR 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · RE 48 4922 | 49228:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h33
12:10 pm Zürich Oerlikon2 changes
sbbR 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 8178:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h21
11:58 am Zurich HB1 change
sbbR 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · S 5 18548 | 185488:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h37
12:14 pm Zurich Altstetten2 changes
sbbR 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 717 | 717 · S 5 18550 | 185509:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h38
12:44 pm Zurich Altstetten3 changes
sbbR 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 717 | 7179:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h22
12:28 pm Zurich HB2 changes
sbbR 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 717 | 7179:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h36
12:42 pm Zürich Oerlikon2 changes
sbbR 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IR 35 2371 | 23719:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h54
1:00 pm Zurich Altstetten2 changes
sbbR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IC 81 819 | 819 · RE 48 4924 | 49249:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h33
1:10 pm Zürich Oerlikon3 changes
sbbR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IC 81 819 | 819 · S 5 18552 | 185529:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h37
1:14 pm Zurich Altstetten3 changes
sbbR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IR 55 1773 | 17739:37 am Zermatt Bhf
4h05
1:42 pm Zürich Oerlikon2 changes
sbbR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IC 81 819 | 8199:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h21
12:58 pm Zurich HB2 changes
sbbR 41 238 | 238 · IC 8 821 | 821 · RE 48 4926 | 492610:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h33
2:10 pm Zürich Oerlikon2 changes
sbbR 41 238 | 238 · IC 8 821 | 82110:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h21
1:58 pm Zurich HB1 change
sbbR 41 238 | 238 · IC 8 821 | 821 · S 5 18556 | 1855610:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h37
2:14 pm Zurich Altstetten2 changes
sbbR 42 340 | 340 · EC 62 | 62 · IC 1 721 | 72111:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h22
2:28 pm Zurich HB2 changes
sbbR 42 340 | 340 · EC 62 | 62 · IC 1 721 | 721 · S 5 18558 | 1855811:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h38
2:44 pm Zurich Altstetten3 changes
sbbR 42 340 | 340 · EC 62 | 62 · IR 35 2375 | 237511:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h54
3:00 pm Zurich Altstetten2 changes
sbbR 42 340 | 340 · EC 62 | 62 · IC 1 721 | 72111:06 am Zermatt Bhf
3h36
2:42 pm Zürich Oerlikon2 changes
sbbR 41 242 | 242 · ICE 276 | 276 · IR 55 1777 | 177711:37 am Zermatt Bhf
4h05
3:42 pm Zürich Oerlikon2 changes
sbbR 41 242 | 242 · ICE 276 | 276 · IC 81 823 | 823 · RE 48 4928 | 492811:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h33
3:10 pm Zürich Oerlikon3 changes
sbbR 41 242 | 242 · ICE 276 | 276 · IC 81 823 | 823 · S 5 18560 | 1856011:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h37
3:14 pm Zurich Altstetten3 changes
sbbR 41 242 | 242 · ICE 276 | 276 · IC 81 823 | 82311:37 am Zermatt Bhf
3h21
2:58 pm Zurich HB2 changes
sbbR 41 246 | 246 · IC 8 825 | 82512:37 pm Zermatt Bhf
3h21
3:58 pm Zurich HB1 change
sbbR 42 348 | 348 · IC 6 626 | 626 · IC 1 725 | 7251:06 pm Zermatt Bhf
3h22
4:28 pm Zurich HB2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zermatt to Zurich?

The best time to book your train from Zermatt to Zurich is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zermatt to Zurich route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zermatt to Zurich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zermatt to Zurich.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zermatt to Zurich

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Trains from Zermatt to Zurich run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $113 but you can travel from only $103 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 3h 21m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $103
Distance
162 km
Average train duration
4h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
$113
Trains per day
21
Fastest train
3h 21m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $103

Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Zurich trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Zurich from $103. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
$116
SBB frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Trenitalia

About
Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 6m
Cheapest Price
$63
Trenitalia frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, and spaces between seat backs
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on high-speed trains, trolley service with snacks and beverages, vending machines on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation, costs extra except on high-speed trains where it's mandatory and included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
$145
Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Zermatt to Zurich train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Zermatt to Zurich can start from as little as $105 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zermatt to Zurich is $200; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Zurich from Zermatt is on average 3 h 15 min   for the 161 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Zermatt to Zurich by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Zermatt to Zurich leaves at 5: 06am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Zermatt to Zurich leaves at 9: 06pm.
There are 7 trains a day from Zermatt to Zurich which require at least one change with SBB, Trenitalia or Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Zermatt to Zurich, you can count on SBB, Trenitalia or Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn for the best way to get you to Zurich. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Zurich from Zermatt and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Zurich from Zermatt is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Zermatt to Zurich by train is September.
You have options as you can travel between Zermatt and Zurich 2 different ways: train or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zermatt and Zurich

Zermatt
Zurich
The major train station for departures in Zermatt is Findelenbach. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Findelenbach for your trip from Zermatt to Zurich.
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Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
RiffelbergWifiDiningAccessibilityHotel
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
RotenbodenWifiDiningWCHotel
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
DiningDining
WCWC
HotelHotel
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km

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