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If you want to travel from Füssen to Zermatt by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Füssen to Zermatt by train to take around 10 hours 39 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 7 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 17 trains per day running on this route, which spans 283 km. You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Zermatt. ICE, DB or ÖBB are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Füssen to Zermatt start from $204.45 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
It takes an average of 10h 39m to travel from Füssen to Zermatt by train, over a distance of around 176 miles (283 km). There are normally 17 trains per day traveling from Füssen to Zermatt and tickets for this journey start from $204.45 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:50 |
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Last train | 22:30 |
Departure station | Füssen |
Arrival station | Zermatt |
Journey time | 7h 25m |
Distance | 283 miles (176 km) |
Frequency | 17 trains per day |
Changes | 3 changes |
Price | From $204.45 |
Train and bus operators |
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
The high-speed train of Deutsche Bahn, with a maximum speed of 205 mph (330 km/h), the ICE connects major cities and is also used for international travel to neighbouring countries such as Austria, France and Denmark. This train is equipped with air conditioning, a dining car, a children's compartment and power sockets. Passengers enjoy a free WiFi connection throughout the duration of the ICE trip.
EuroCity (EC) trains offer convenient European cross-border connections between major cities in Italy, France, Switzerland, Germany, Austria – it's often a good alternative to air travel.
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Füssen to Zermatt by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
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The average journey time by train between Füssen and Zermatt is 10 hours and 39 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Füssen to Zermatt is 7 hours and 25 minutes.
Train tickets from Füssen to Zermatt can start from as little as $204.45 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
No, there are no direct train services from Füssen to Zermatt. Travelling from Füssen to Zermatt by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.
The first train from Füssen to Zermatt leaves at 05:50. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Füssen to Zermatt leaves at 22:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Füssen to Zermatt cover a distance of around 176 miles (283 km) during the journey.