Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf

Showing times and prices for May 29

Cheapest price

$128

Average price

$165

Fastest journey

3 h 28 m

Average duration

3 h 28 m

Trains per day

15

Distance

170 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf without transferring at least 2 times.

  • SBBIC 5 518 | 518 · IC 81 814 | 814 · ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 237
    10:49 AM3h28
    Zurich Airport
    2:17 PMZermatt Bhf
    $1281One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBS 19010 | 19010 · IC 1 704 | 704 · RE 1 4159 | 4159 · IR 90 1812 | 1812
    5:00 AM4h50
    Zurich Airport
    9:50 AMZermatt Bhf
    $1341One-way
    4 transfers
  • SBBIC 5 520 | 520 · IC 8 816 | 816 · R 41 241 | 241
    11:49 AM3h28
    Zurich Airport
    3:17 PMZermatt Bhf
    $1401One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIR 13 3252 | 3252 · IC 8 804 | 804 · R 41 217 | 217
    5:39 AM3h38
    Zurich Airport
    9:17 AMZermatt Bhf
    $1401One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIC 5 520 | 520 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 1345 | 1345 · R 42 343 | 343
    11:49 AM4h01
    Zurich Airport
    3:50 PMZermatt Bhf
    $1401One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $90.

Distance: 105 miles (170 km)

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Flight

$154

Average price

Cheapest

$288

Average price

3h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 40m

Average total duration

5h 40m

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3h 0m

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf is a train with an average price of $154 (€125).

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf:

A train is $134 (€108) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf costing on average $288 (€233).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf is by train with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Zermatt Bhf take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 40m.

Flight takes on average 5h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich Airport and Zermatt Bhf including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf among Omio's users.

Live departures

Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SBBIC 5 516 | 516 · IC 8 812 | 812 · R 41 233 | 2339:49 AM Zurich Airport
3h28
1:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · R 42 335 | 33510:09 AM Zurich Airport
3h41
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 5 518 | 518 · IC 81 814 | 814 · ICE 101 | 101 · R 41 237 | 23710:49 AM Zurich Airport
3h28
2:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 5 1518 | 1518 · IC 1 716 | 716 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 · IR 90 1824 | 182411:19 AM Zurich Airport
4h31
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBIC 5 520 | 520 · IC 8 816 | 816 · R 41 241 | 24111:49 AM Zurich Airport
3h28
3:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · R 42 343 | 34312:09 PM Zurich Airport
3h41
3:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 5 522 | 522 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · R 41 245 | 24512:49 PM Zurich Airport
3h28
4:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 5 1522 | 1522 · IC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 · IR 90 1828 | 18281:19 PM Zurich Airport
4h31
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBIC 5 524 | 524 · IC 8 820 | 820 · R 41 249 | 2491:49 PM Zurich Airport
3h28
5:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 722 | 722 · IC 6 625 | 625 · R 42 351 | 3512:09 PM Zurich Airport
3h41
5:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 5 526 | 526 · IC 81 822 | 822 · IC 6 975 | 975 · R 41 253 | 2532:49 PM Zurich Airport
3h28
6:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 5 1526 | 1526 · IC 1 724 | 724 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 · IR 90 1832 | 18323:19 PM Zurich Airport
4h31
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBIC 5 528 | 528 · IC 8 824 | 824 · R 41 257 | 2573:49 PM Zurich Airport
3h28
7:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 726 | 726 · IC 6 629 | 629 · R 42 359 | 3594:09 PM Zurich Airport
3h41
7:50 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 5 530 | 530 · IC 81 826 | 826 · ICE 107 | 107 · R 41 261 | 2614:49 PM Zurich Airport
3h28
8:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 5 532 | 532 · IC 8 828 | 828 · R 42 265 | 2655:49 PM Zurich Airport
3h28
9:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 730 | 730 · IC 6 983 | 983 · R 42 269 | 2696:09 PM Zurich Airport
4h08
10:17 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 5 534 | 534 · IC 81 830 | 830 · IC 6 983 | 983 · R 42 269 | 2696:49 PM Zurich Airport
3h28
10:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 1 734 | 734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · R 42 277 | 2778:09 PM Zurich Airport
3h39
11:48 PM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 738 | 738 · ICE 377 | 377 · R 42 207 | 20710:09 PM Zurich Airport
8h24
6:33 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBS 7 18789 | 18789 · S 5 18588 | 18588 · EXT 31392 | 31392 · IR 95 1705 | 170510:57 PM Zurich Airport
9h20
8:17 AM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
Friday, May 29
SBBS 19010 | 19010 · IC 1 704 | 704 · RE 1 4159 | 4159 · IR 90 1812 | 18125:00 AM Zurich Airport
4h50
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBIR 13 3252 | 3252 · IC 8 804 | 804 · R 41 217 | 2175:39 AM Zurich Airport
3h38
9:17 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · R 42 319 | 3196:09 AM Zurich Airport
3h41
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIR 75 2106 | 2106 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · R 42 319 | 3196:15 AM Zurich Airport
3h35
9:50 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 5 510 | 510 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 959 · R 41 221 | 2216:49 AM Zurich Airport
3h28
10:17 AM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 5 1510 | 1510 · IC 1 708 | 708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 · IR 90 1816 | 18167:19 AM Zurich Airport
4h31
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers
SBBIC 5 512 | 512 · IC 8 808 | 808 · R 41 225 | 2257:49 AM Zurich Airport
3h28
11:17 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · R 42 327 | 3278:09 AM Zurich Airport
3h41
11:50 AM Zermatt Bhf2 transfers
SBBIC 5 514 | 514 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · R 41 229 | 2298:49 AM Zurich Airport
3h28
12:17 PM Zermatt Bhf3 transfers
SBBIC 5 1514 | 1514 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 · IR 90 1820 | 18209:19 AM Zurich Airport
4h31
1:50 PM Zermatt Bhf4 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf

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Trains from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 3h 28m.

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
Distance
105 miles (170 km)
Average train duration
3h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
$77 (€63)
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
3h 28m
First train
3:39 AM
Last train
11:42 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Zermatt Bhf from $77 (€63). 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 28m
Cheapest Price
$77 (€63)
SBB frequency
10 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
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 38m
Cheapest Price
$218 (€176)
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf

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

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $77 (€63), while the average price is around $154 (€125).
The train from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf takes 3h 28m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf leaves at 3:39 AM.
The distance by train from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf is 105 miles (170 km).
The last train from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf leaves at 11:42 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf.
There is no direct train service currently available from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf is by train, with a cost of around $77 (€63).
Yes, the train journey from Zürich Flughafen to Zermatt Bhf is scenic, offering views of the Swiss Alps, picturesque villages, and beautiful landscapes along the way.
A day trip from Zürich Flughafen to Zermatt Bhf is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 28m. There are 9 train trips available per day, covering a distance of 105 miles (170 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf.
Zermatt Bhf is outside the Schengen Area. Travelers departing from Zurich Airport will need a valid passport and may require a visa depending on their nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Zermatt Bhf include Visp, Martigny, Interlaken, Domodossola, Sion.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich Airport to Zermatt Bhf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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