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

The cheapest way to get from Sarnen to Zermatt is to train via Meiringen which costs SFr 35 - SFr 110 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sarnen to Zermatt is to train via Unterseen which takes 4h 28m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 140.

Is there a direct train between Sarnen and Zermatt?

No, there is no direct train from Sarnen to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Sarnen and arriving at Zermatt via Interlaken Ost, Spiez and Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Sarnen to Zermatt?

The distance between Sarnen and Zermatt is 157 km.

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

The best way to get from Sarnen to Zermatt without a car is to train via Unterseen which takes 4h 28m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Sarnen to Zermatt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sarnen to Zermatt train from?

Sarnen to Zermatt train services, operated by Zentralbahn, depart from Sarnen station.

Where does the Sarnen to Zermatt train arrive?

Sarnen to Zermatt train services, operated by Zentralbahn, arrive at Interlaken Ost station.

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

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Where can I stay near Zermatt?

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Sarnen to Zermatt - 3 ways to travel via train

There are 3 ways to get from Sarnen to Zermatt by train

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Train via Unterseen
best
1. Take the train from Sarnen to Interlaken Osttrain Lix / ...
2. Take the train from Spiez to Visptrain Ic8 / ...
3. Take the train from Visp to Zermatttrain R41 / ...
4h 28m
CHF 50–133
Train via Meiringen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sarnen to Meiringentrain Lix / ...
2. Take the train from Spiez to Visptrain Ic8 / ...
3. Take the train from Stalden-Saas to Zermatttrain R41 / ...
5h 48m
CHF 37–104
Train
1. Take the train from Luzern to Berntrain Ic
2. Take the train from Bern to Visptrain Ic8 / ...
3. Take the train from Visp to Zermatttrain R41 / ...
4h 52m
CHF 78–163

Sarnen to Zermatt by train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

CHF 50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.5 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Sarnen to Zermatt via Interlaken Ost, Spiez, and Visp in around 4h 28m.

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