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Lugano to Zermatt from $61: 3 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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from
Lugano, Switzerland
to
Zermatt, Switzerland

How to Get from Lugano to Zermatt: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$61 by trainBest price
204 kmDistance
3h 20m Fastest

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Company
various
Train
Average Duration
5h  32m
Estimated price
$73-160
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Company
various
Train
Average Duration
5h  54m
Estimated price
$61-139
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Distance: 204 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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Drive
Average Duration
3h  20m
Estimated price
$39-58

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Lugano - Zermatt operators

Explore transport companies operating between Lugano and Zermatt, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Train
Contact phone
+41 (0)91 756 04 00
Website
centovalli.ch

Train from Locarno Fart to Domodossola

Average Duration
1h 49m
Estimated price
690-691
Contact phone
+41 848 44 66 88
Website
sbb.ch

Train from Domodossola to Brig

Average Duration
26m
Estimated price
692-36

Train from Domodossola to Visp

Average Duration
38m
Estimated price
693-694
Contact phone
+41 58 327 32 71
Website
bls.ch

Train from Domodossola to Brig

Average Duration
35m
Estimated price
695-696

Train from Domodossola to Visp

Average Duration
39m
Estimated price
697-698
Contact phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com

Train from Domodossola to Brig

Average Duration
26m
Estimated price
699-1480

Train from Domodossola to Visp

Average Duration
37m
Estimated price
1483-54
Contact phone
+41 848 642 442
Website
matterhorngotthardbahn.ch

Train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Zermatt

Average Duration
1h 24m
Estimated price
1485-54

Train from Visp to Zermatt

Average Duration
1h 10m
Estimated price
1487-1486
Contact phone
+41 81 288 65 65
Website
glacierexpress.ch

Train from Brig to Zermatt, Bahnhof

Average Duration
1h 20m
Estimated price
0-0

Lugano to Zermatt: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Lugano and Zermatt offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Starting your journey from Lugano to Zermatt you'll embark on a picturesque drive covering a distance of 127 miles. 🏔️ The scenic route offers stunning views as you wind your way through the Swiss Alps, a journey that takes around 3 hours and 20 minutes to complete. 💰 Depending on factors like fuel prices and tolls, the cost of driving from Lugano to Zermatt by car typically ranges from €37 to €55.
Average price
€37 - €55
🚂 Traveling from Lugano to Zermatt by train is a scenic journey with multiple transfers along the way. The total travel time is approximately 5 hours and 32 minutes, offering plenty of opportunities to enjoy the beautiful Swiss landscapes.
Departure Point
Locarno Fart station
Arrival Point
Zermatt station
🚌 Setting off from Lugano the bus journey to Zermatt covers a distance of 166 km and takes approximately 4 hours and 46 minutes, with 3 transfers along the way. 🚂 The first transfer involves taking a train towards Locarno, a scenic route that lasts about 33 minutes. From Locarno, the journey continues with a train towards Domodossola for approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes.

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The distance between Lugano and Zermatt is approximately 93.3 km. The typical travel time by train from Lugano to Zermatt is 5 hours and 35 minutes. Alternatively, taking a car ferry and then driving can take around 3 hours and 50 minutes to reach Zermatt from Lugano.
The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Lugano to Zermatt is to take a car ferry and then drive. This option takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes and costs €37-€59. Another option is to take a direct train, which takes 5 hours and 35 minutes but may be slightly more expensive.
When traveling from Lugano to Zermatt by train, the prices can range from €61 to €137, depending on the type of ticket and the class of seating chosen.
The best way to travel from Lugano to Zermatt without a car is by train. The train journey takes approximately 5 hours and 35 minutes. The cost of the train ticket can range from €59 to €137.
There is no direct train link between Lugano and Zermatt. However, there are alternative routes available. One option is to take a train from Lugano to Locarno, then transfer to another train to Domodossola, and finally take a train to Zermatt from there. This journey typically takes around 5 hours and 35 minutes, including transfers. Another option is to take a car ferry from Lugano, then drive to Zermatt. This option usually takes around 3 hours and 50 minutes.
There are plenty of accommodation options near Zermatt. With over 1905 hotels to choose from, visitors can find a range of choices to suit their preferences and budgets. Prices start at €79 per night, making it possible to find options for different budgets.