How to travel from Geneva to Zermatt

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Travel Information from Geneva to Zermatt

distanceDistance78 miles (125 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain
priceTicket price range$86 -
cheapestCheapest modeTrain • $86 (€78) • 3 h 23 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $86 (€78) • 3 h 23 min
carriersPopular travel companiesSBB

Travel 78 miles (125 km) by train to Zermatt from Geneva. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are SBB among others. Travelers can even take a direct train from Geneva to Zermatt.

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from Geneva to Zermatt

How to get from Geneva to Zermatt by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Geneva to Zermatt is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · RE 42 331 | 331
09:05AM3h45
Geneva station
12:50PMZermatt Bhf
$1111One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · RE 42 331 | 331
09:05AM3h45
Geneva station
12:50PMZermatt Bhf
$1111One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · RE 42 331 | 331
09:05AM3h45
Geneva station
12:50PMZermatt Bhf
$1111One-way
1 transfer
Other options
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · RE 42 331 | 331
09:05AM3h45
Geneva station
12:50PMZermatt Bhf
$1111One-way
1 transfer
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · RE 42 331 | 331
09:05AM3h45
Geneva station
12:50PMZermatt Bhf
$1111One-way
1 transfer
SBBIR 90 1811 | 1811 · RE 42 327 | 327
08:05AM3h45
Geneva station
11:50AMZermatt Bhf
$1221One-way
1 transfer

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General Information about the journey from Geneva to Zermatt

Traveling from Geneva to Zermatt will take you through some of the most stunning scenery in Europe. With snow-capped mountains and deep green valleys, it is a breathtakingly beautiful journey. When traveling from Geneva to Zermatt, the train is the smart option for most people as it is convenient and cost effective. If you have booked accommodation in Zermatt, a shuttle bus service may be provided. Taxis are available but are more expensive than the train. Zermatt is a car free zone and those who drive must leave their cars nearby and catch a shuttle into Zermatt. Trains will take under 4 hours, traveling by bus, taxi or private car will take 3 hours.

Buses from Geneva to Zermatt

Buses from Geneva to Zermatt are normally organised by the travel company when booking accommodation. These are run by Ingrams and leave from the charter terminal at the Geneva airport. Although these will take less time than a train, you may find yourself waiting around at the airport for other passengers to arrive.

Trains from Geneva to Zermatt

Traveling by train is your best bet to go from Geneva to Zermatt. Leaving from the Geneva airport, the journey takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. The trains run every thirty minutes and will take you to Visp where you are required to change trains for the final leg of the journey. The waiting time between the trains is 15 minutes and there are 31 trains per day. Switzerland, known for its precision timekeeping, has quite possibly the most efficient train system in place and not surprisingly runs on schedule.

How to get from Geneva to Zermatt

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Geneva to Zermatt, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Geneva to Zermatt and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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Travel from Geneva to Zermatt on SBB travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains from Geneva to Zermatt. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

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