The average train between Chamonix and Zermatt takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Chamonix to Zermatt. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chamonix and Zermatt. The earliest departure is at 7:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chamonix is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Zermatt at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Vallorcine and take an average of 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chamonix to Zermatt? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Chamonix station and arriving at Zermatt station via Martigny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Chamonix to Zermatt train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Vallorcine station.
Chamonix to Zermatt train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Zermatt station.
The distance between Chamonix and Zermatt is 68.6 km. The road distance is 139 km.
You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zermatt via Vallorcine, Martigny, and Visp in around 4h 18m.