What is the cheapest way to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt?

The cheapest way to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt is to bus and train which costs SFr 70 - SFr 160 and takes 12h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt?

The fastest way to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt is to drive and train which takes 8h 53m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 210.

How far is it from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt?

The distance between Orcières-Merlette and Zermatt is 547 km.

How do I travel from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt without a car?

The best way to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 42m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 160.

How long does it take to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt?

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Zermatt?

There are 2244+ hotels available in Zermatt.

Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt by car, 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.

Drive, train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Drive from Orcières-Merlette to Bardonecchia
2. Take the train from Bardonecchia to Rho-Fiera MilanoFr
3. Take the train from Rho-Fiera Milano to VispEc
8h 53m
CHF 101–205
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gare S.N.C.F to Gare RoutiereT91
2. Take the bus from Grenoble to Geneva739
3. Take the train from Genève to VispIr
12h 42m
CHF 74–160
Train
1. Take the train from Gap to GrenobleTer
2. Take the train from Grenoble to GeneveTer
3. Take the train from Genève to VispIr
11h 38m
CHF 109–202

Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt by bus, foot, and train

6Weekly Services

12h 42mAverage Duration

CHF 74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Orcières-Merlette to Zermatt.

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Distance: 547 km
Duration: 8h 53m

What companies run services between Orcières-Merlette, France and Zermatt, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Orcières 1850 - Gare Routière to Zermatt, Bahnhof via GAP - Gare SNCF quai 3, Gap, Grenoble, Genève, and Visp in around 11h 38m.

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