The cheapest and fastest trains from Sion to Zermatt
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$71
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sion to Zermatt will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 4 trains that leave Sion for Zermatt on Sat, Mar 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 07 the 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 .
On Sat, Mar 07 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.








Live departures
Sion to Zermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Sion to Zermatt trains for today, Friday, March 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:57 AM Sion | 1h53 | 9:50 AM Zermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Sion | 1h57 | 10:17 AM Zermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 7 | |||||
![]() | 7:20 AM Sion | 1h57 | 9:17 AM Zermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sion to Zermatt
Trains from Sion to Zermatt run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 22:06 |
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 $60 (€49). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sion to Zermatt
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
Popular train stations from Sion to 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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