The cheapest and fastest trains from Thun to Zermatt
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thun to Zermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thun to Zermatt will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 2 trains that leave Thun for Zermatt on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.




Travel Information
Compare train for Thun to Zermatt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thun to Zermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €50, and a bus costs an average of €59.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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€67 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thun to Zermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Thun to Zermatt trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 1 4165 | 4165 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · EV EV2 90331 | 90331 · R 40 9067 | 9067 | 9:01 AM Thun station | 2h55 | 11:56 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3 transfers | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:27 AM Thun | 1h50 | 8:17 AM Zermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thun to Zermatt
Trains from Thun to Zermatt run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Thun to Zermatt trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Thun and Zermatt from $62 (€50). 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 Thun to Zermatt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thun 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 Thun to Zermatt
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Dampfschiff
- Restaurant Schlossberg
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Freienhof
- Hotel Krone Thun
- Hotel Emmental
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Bern, Zurich, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
- 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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