The average train between Kandersteg and Zermatt takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Kandersteg 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 3 hours between Kandersteg and Zermatt. The earliest departure is at 12:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Kandersteg is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Zermatt at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Lalden and take an average of 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kandersteg to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Kandersteg station and arriving at Zermatt station via Lalden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Kandersteg to Zermatt train services, operated by BLS AG, depart from Kandersteg station.
Kandersteg to Zermatt train services, operated by BLS AG, arrive at Zermatt station.
The distance between Kandersteg and Zermatt is 53.3 km. The road distance is 73 km.
You can take a train from Kandersteg to Zermatt via Lalden and Eyholz in around 2h 38m.