The average train between Schwyz and Zermatt takes 5h 6m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Schwyz 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.
Trains run hourly between Schwyz and Zermatt. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Schwyz is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Zermatt at 9:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Luzern and take an average of 5h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Schwyz 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.
No, there is no direct train from Schwyz to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Schwyz station and arriving at Zermatt station via Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.
Schwyz to Zermatt train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Luzern station.
Schwyz to Zermatt train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zermatt station.
Book your Schwyz to Zermatt train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn.
The distance between Schwyz and Zermatt is 131 km. The road distance is 272 km.
You can take a train from Schwyz to Zermatt via Luzern, Bern, and Visp in around 5h 8m.