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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Zermatt is to train via Brig which costs SFr 40 - SFr 110 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Zermatt is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 150.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Zermatt?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Zermatt via Locarno FART, Domodossola and Brig Bahnhofplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Lugano to Zermatt?

The distance between Lugano and Zermatt is 162 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Zermatt without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Lugano to Zermatt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Zermatt train from?

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

Where does the Lugano to Zermatt train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Zermatt?

There are 2330+ hotels available in Zermatt.

Lugano to Zermatt - 2 ways to travel via train

There are 2 ways to get from Lugano to Zermatt by train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatttrain R42 / ...
5h 49m
CHF 47–142
Train via Brig
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatttrain R42 / ...
6h 36m
CHF 44–106

Lugano to Zermatt by train

147Weekly Trains

5h 49mAverage Duration

CHF 47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Zermatt.

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Distance: 161.6 km
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Zermatt via Locarno FART, Domodossola, Brig, and Brig Bahnhofplatz in around 5h 49m.

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