The average train between Mainz and Zermatt takes 8h 45m and the fastest train takes 7h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 Mainz and Zermatt. The earliest departure is at 1:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Zermatt at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 8h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Zermatt station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.
Mainz to Zermatt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mainz, Römisches Theater station.
Mainz to Zermatt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Visp station.
Book your Mainz to Zermatt train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Zermatt is 442.4 km. The road distance is 550 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Zermatt via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB, and Visp in around 8h 25m.