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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$153
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Zurich Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Zurich Airport will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
It's difficult to get from Zermatt to Zurich Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517R 42 316 | 316 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 1 709 | 709R 42 316 | 316 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 1 709 | 709 · IR 75 2113 | 2113R 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517R 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515R 41 218 | 218 · ICE 372 | 372 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513R 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 5 519 | 519R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815
Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Zurich Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €49.
Distance: 106 miles (171 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€117 Average price Cheapest | €288 Average price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zermatt to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Zurich Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| R 42 316 | 316 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 1 709 | 709 | 5:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h43 | 8:49 AM Zurich Airport | 2 transfers | |
| R 42 316 | 316 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 1 709 | 709 · IR 75 2113 | 2113 | 5:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h38 | 8:44 AM Zurich Airport | 3 transfers | |
| R 41 218 | 218 · ICE 372 | 372 · IC 81 811 | 811 | 5:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h37 | 9:14 AM Zurich Airport | 2 transfers | |
| R 41 218 | 218 · ICE 372 | 372 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 5:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h34 | 9:11 AM Zurich Airport | 3 transfers | |
| R 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 6:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h34 | 10:11 AM Zurich Airport | 2 transfers | |
| R 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 | 6:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h37 | 10:14 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| R 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 2117 | 7:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h38 | 10:44 AM Zurich Airport | 3 transfers | |
| R 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 713 | 7:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h43 | 10:49 AM Zurich Airport | 2 transfers | |
| R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 7:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h34 | 11:11 AM Zurich Airport | 3 transfers | |
| R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 815 | 815 | 7:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h37 | 11:14 AM Zurich Airport | 2 transfers | |
| R 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 5 519 | 519 | 8:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h34 | 12:11 PM Zurich Airport | 2 transfers | |
| R 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 | 8:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h37 | 12:14 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zermatt to Zurich Airport
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Trains from Zermatt to Zurich Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) but you can travel from only $61 (€49) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 16:37. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 106 miles (171 km) |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 16:37 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Zurich Airport trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Zurich Airport from $61 (€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 Zermatt to Zurich Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt to Zurich Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Zermatt to Zurich Airport
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WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
- 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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