The average train between France and Zermatt takes 8h 16m and the fastest train takes 6h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from France 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 every 4 hours between France and Zermatt. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from France is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Zermatt at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Gare de Lyon and take an average of 8h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from France 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 France to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from France station and arriving at Zermatt station via Basel Sbb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.
France to Zermatt train services, operated by RATP Metro, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.
France to Zermatt train services, operated by RATP Metro, arrive at Visp station.
The distance between France and Zermatt is 454.7 km. The road distance is 752 km.
You can take a subway from Hôtel de Ville to Zermatt via Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare De Lyon, Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, and Visp in around 8h 31m.