What is the cheapest way to get from Balsthal to Zermatt?

The cheapest way to get from Balsthal to Zermatt is to train which costs SFr 35 - SFr 230 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balsthal to Zermatt?

The fastest way to get from Balsthal to Zermatt is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct train between Balsthal and Zermatt?

No, there is no direct train from Balsthal to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Balsthal and arriving at Zermatt via Oensingen, Olten and Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Balsthal to Zermatt?

The distance between Balsthal and Zermatt is 212 km.

How do I travel from Balsthal to Zermatt without a car?

The best way to get from Balsthal to Zermatt without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 230.

How long does it take to get from Balsthal to Zermatt?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Balsthal to Zermatt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balsthal to Zermatt train from?

Balsthal to Zermatt train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Olten station.

Where does the Balsthal to Zermatt train arrive?

Balsthal to Zermatt train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Visp station.

How do I get a train ticket from Balsthal to Zermatt?

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There are 2 ways to get from Balsthal to Zermatt by train or bus

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1. Take the train from Olten to Visptrain Ic6 / ...
2. Take the train from Visp to Zermatttrain R41 / ...
4h 18m
CHF 36–226
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oensingen, Bahnhof Süd to Olten, Bahnhofbus 505
2. Take the train from Olten to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
3. Take the train from Bern to Visptrain Ic8 / ...
4. Take the train from Stalden-Saas to Zermatttrain R41 / ...
5h 4m
CHF 91–202

Balsthal to Zermatt by train

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4h 18mAverage Duration

CHF 36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.1 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Balsthal, Switzerland and Zermatt, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Balsthal to Zermatt via Oensingen, Olten, and Visp in around 4h 18m.

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