The average train between Zermatt and Varese takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Zermatt to Varese. 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 4 times a day between Zermatt and Varese. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zermatt is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Varese at 8:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Brig Bahnhofplatz and take an average of 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



5h 12m • 3 changes


5h 12m • 3 changes


5h 12m • 3 changes


5h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zermatt to Varese? 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 Zermatt to Varese. However, there are services departing from Zermatt station and arriving at Gallarate station via Brig Bahnhofplatz station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.
Zermatt to Varese train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, depart from Zermatt station.
Zermatt to Varese train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Gallarate station.
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The distance between Zermatt and Varese is 86.2 km.
You can take a train from Zermatt to Varese via Brig Bahnhofplatz, Brig, Domodossola, and Gallarate in around 6h 7m.