How to travel from Lugano to Zermatt

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from Lugano to Zermatt

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

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

  • SBBRE 80 25510 | 25510 · PE 72 40 | 40 · IR 31162 | 31162 · R 42 339 | 339
    10:05 AM4h45
    Lugano, Stazione
    2:50 PMZermatt Bhf
    1071One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBRE 80 25510 | 25510 · PE 72 40 | 40 · IR 31162 | 31162 · R 42 339 | 339
    10:05 AM4h45
    Lugano, Stazione
    2:50 PMZermatt Bhf
    1071One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBRE 80 25510 | 25510 · PE 72 40 | 40 · IR 31162 | 31162 · R 42 339 | 339
    10:05 AM4h45
    Lugano, Stazione
    2:50 PMZermatt Bhf
    1071One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • SBBIC 31466 | 31466 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 · R 44 633 | 633 · R 43 533 | 533
    7:30 AM5h47
    Lugano, Stazione
    1:17 PMZermatt Bhf
    1121One-way
    4 transfers
  • SBBIC 31466 | 31466 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 · R 44 633 | 633 · R 43 533 | 533
    7:30 AM6h20
    Lugano, Stazione
    1:50 PMZermatt Bhf
    1121One-way
    4 transfers
  • SBBB 4 4027 | 4027 · IC 31466 | 31466 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 · R 44 633 | 633
    7:17 AM6h00
    Lugano
    1:17 PMZermatt Bhf
    1141One-way
    5 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lugano to Zermatt

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You can travel between Lugano and Zermatt by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lugano to Zermatt is a train with an average price of €98.
The fastest way to travel from Lugano to Zermatt is by train with an average journey time of 5h 11m.
The distance from Lugano to Zermatt is approximately 57 miles (93 km).
The average frequency per day from Lugano to Zermatt is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lugano to Zermatt:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lugano, Stazione and arrive in Zermatt Bhf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lugano 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 SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord to go to Zermatt by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lugano to Zermatt:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lugano 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.

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