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

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Zermatt is to fly and train which costs SFr 85 - SFr 290 and takes 9h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to Zermatt is to fly and train which takes 8h 35m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Zermatt?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Zermatt, Bahnhof via Berlin Hbf, Frankfurt, Basel SBB and Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 58m.

How far is it from Germany to Zermatt?

The distance between Germany and Zermatt is 1131 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to Zermatt without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 12h 58m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 370.

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

It takes approximately 12h 58m to get from Germany to Zermatt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Zermatt train from?

Germany to Zermatt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Where does the Germany to Zermatt train arrive?

Germany to Zermatt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Where can I stay near Zermatt?

There are 2290+ hotels available in Zermatt.

Germany to Zermatt - 8 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Germany to Zermatt by train or plane

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt12 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel SBB20 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to VispIc6 / ...
12h 58m
CHF 133–367
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)DUS - MXP
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Domodossola
3. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatt, Bahnhof
9h 1m
CHF 88–289
Fly Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)FRA - MXP
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Domodossola
3. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatt, Bahnhof
8h 35m
CHF 117–257
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Basel SBB12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to VispIc6 / ...
12h 59m
CHF 137–387
Train #2
1. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Basel SBB12N
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to VispIc6 / ...
16h 35m
CHF 182–373
Fly Munich International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)MUC - MXP
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Domodossola
3. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatt, Bahnhof
8h 50m
CHF 100–270
Fly Frankfurt to Turin Caselle Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)FRA - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Brig
4. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatt, Bahnhof
10h 41m
CHF 176–419
Fly Munich International Airport to Turin Caselle Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)MUC - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Brig
4. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatt, Bahnhof
10h 51m
CHF 154–412

Germany to Zermatt by train

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12h 58mAverage Duration

CHF 133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,131.4 km
Duration: 12h 58m

What companies run services between Germany and Zermatt, Switzerland?

You can take a train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Zermatt, Bahnhof via Berlin Hbf, Frankfurt, Basel SBB, and Visp in around 12h 58m.

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