The average train between Zermatt and Vernazza takes 15h 32m and the fastest train takes 10h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Zermatt to Vernazza. 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 3 times a day between Zermatt and Vernazza. 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 Vernazza at 3:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Brig Bahnhofplatz and take an average of 15h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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18h 10m • 5 changesWant to know about travelling from Zermatt to Vernazza? 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 Vernazza. However, there are services departing from Zermatt station and arriving at Monterosso station via Brig Bahnhofplatz station and Rho-Fiera Milano station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.
Zermatt to Vernazza train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, depart from Zermatt station.
Zermatt to Vernazza train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Monterosso station.
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The distance between Zermatt and Vernazza is 258.9 km.
You can take a train from Zermatt to Vernazza via Brig Bahnhofplatz, Brig, Domodossola, Milano Rogoredo, Milano Centrale, and Monterosso in around 10h 56m.