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Trip Overview

The average train between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Zermatt takes 9h 17m and the fastest train takes 9h 15m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zermatt. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 17m
Duration
676 km
Distance
CHF 194
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zermatt train times

Trains run twice a week between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Zermatt. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Garmisch-Partenkirchen is at 7:02 AM which arrives into Zermatt at 4:17 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 9h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn9h 19m • 5 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn9h 15m • 5 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zermatt? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zermatt.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 676 km
  • Duration: 9h 17m

What companies run services between Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany and Zermatt, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zermatt via München Hbf, St. Margrethen SG, Winterthur, Bern, and Visp in around 10h 57m.

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