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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Zermatt is to bus and train which costs SFr 40 - SFr 80 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Zermatt is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Zermatt?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Locarno FART and arriving at Zermatt, Bahnhof via Domodossola and Brig Bahnhofplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Locarno to Zermatt?

The distance between Locarno and Zermatt is 127 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Zermatt without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Locarno to Zermatt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Zermatt train from?

Locarno to Zermatt train services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno FART station.

Where does the Locarno to Zermatt train arrive?

Locarno to Zermatt train services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola station.

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

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Where can I stay near Zermatt?

There are 2292+ hotels available in Zermatt.

Locarno to Zermatt - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossola72 / ...
2. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatt, BahnhofRe42 / ...
4h 35m
CHF 42–87
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Stazione to Domodossola, stazioneEv
2. Take the train from Stalden-Saas to Zermatt, BahnhofRe41 / ...
4h 55m
CHF 40–78

Locarno to Zermatt by train

166Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

CHF 42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Zermatt.

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Distance: 126.8 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Locarno FART to Zermatt, Bahnhof via Domodossola, Brig, and Brig Bahnhofplatz in around 4h 35m.

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