How to travel from Florence to Zermatt

There are 2 options to travel between Florence and Zermatt including taking a train and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Zermatt is a train with an average price of €69.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Zermatt:

A train is €72 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Zermatt costing on average €141.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Zermatt is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to Zermatt take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 3m.

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

The distance from Florence to Zermatt is approximately 231 miles (373 km).

The average frequency per day from Florence to Zermatt is:

• Around 84 flights per day.
• Around 13 trains per day.
• Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Zermatt as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Zermatt:

• Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Châtillon-Saint-Vincent.
• Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Châtillon, Via Plantin (Autostazione).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Zermatt, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Zermatt by bus.
• Travel with Swiss, ITA, Helvetic Airways, Air Dolomiti to go to Zermatt by flight.
• Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity Notte, Italo to go to Zermatt by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Zermatt with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
• 5 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways.

Omio customers who travel from Florence to Zermatt often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Geneva, Zurich, Interlaken, St. Moritz. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zermatt and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Zermatt to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Zermatt, you can enjoy the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise for panoramic views and skiing, explore hiking trails with breathtaking Alpine views, and visit the Zermatt Museum to learn about the region's history and mountaineering. Experience paragliding for stunning aerial scenery or try ice climbing on frozen waterfalls. Don't miss iconic sights like the Matterhorn, the scenic Gornergrat Railway, and Europe's highest cable car station at Klein Matterhorn. Discover the charming car-free Zermatt Village and enjoy activities at Sunnegga.

To fully enjoy the skiing, hiking, and stunning views in Zermatt, a stay of 3 to 4 days is typically recommended. This allows time to explore the Matterhorn, visit Gornergrat, and experience local attractions.