Switzerland’s ski resorts are some of the easiest in the world to reach without a car. With fast InterCity trains, reliable regional connections, and seamless cable‑car links, you can get from any major Swiss city to the slopes in just a few hours — often faster than driving.

This simple guide explains exactly how to reach the top Swiss ski resorts by train in 2026, including journey times, transfer points, and insider tips to make your trip smoother.

NOTE: Each trip can be entirely booked using the SBB app or website.

Route: Zürich / Basel / Bern → Visp → Zermatt
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How it works:
Take an InterCity train to Visp, then transfer to the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn for the scenic climb into Zermatt.

💡 Insider tip:
Sit on the right‑hand side leaving Visp for the best valley views.

Route: Zürich → Chur → St. Moritz
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How it works:
Take an InterCity train to Chur, then transfer to the train to St. Moritz (operated by RhB), for one of Switzerland’s most beautiful rail journeys.

💡 Insider tip:
The Chur–St. Moritz line is part of the UNESCO‑listed Albula route — worth the trip on its own.

Route: Geneva / Lausanne → Martigny → Le Châble → Verbier
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How it works:
Take a train to Martigny, transfer to the regional train to Le Châble, then take the gondola directly to Verbier village.

💡 Insider tip:
The gondola from Le Châble runs late during peak season — perfect for après‑ski.

Route: Zürich → Landquart → Davos / Klosters
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How it works:
Take an InterCity train to Landquart, then transfer to the train to Davos Platz or Klosters Platz (operated by RhB).

💡 Insider tip:
If you’re heading to Klosters, sit on the left side for the best valley views.

Route: Zürich → Lucerne → Engelberg
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How it works:
Take a train to Lucerne, then transfer to the Zentralbahn train to Engelberg. The Titlis cable car is a short walk from the station.

💡 Insider tip:
This is one of the easiest day trips from Zürich — no complicated transfers.

Route: Zürich / Basel / Bern → Interlaken Ost → Grindelwald / Lauterbrunnen
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How it works:
Take a train to Interlaken Ost, then choose:

💡 Insider tip:
Wengen is car‑free — the train is the only way in, and it’s wonderfully scenic.

Route: Zürich → Chur → Arosa
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How it works:
Take an InterCity to Chur, then transfer to the famous Arosa Line, which climbs 1,000 metres in just over an hour.

💡 Insider tip:
The Arosa Line departs directly from Chur’s main platform — no long transfer.

Route: Zürich / Basel / Bern → Visp → Saas‑Fee (bus)
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How it works:
Take a train to Visp, then a direct PostAuto bus to Saas‑Fee.

💡 Insider tip:
Saas‑Fee is car‑free — the bus drops you right at the village entrance.

Route: Zürich → Göschenen → Andermatt
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How it works:
Take a train to Göschenen, then transfer to the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn for the short ride up to Andermatt (the train leaves from behind the train station building).

💡 Insider tip:
This is one of the most reliable winter routes thanks to the sheltered valley.

Switzerland’s ski resorts are built for public transport — fast, frequent, and beautifully connected. Whether you’re planning a weekend in Zermatt or a day trip to Engelberg, the train is almost always the easiest and most enjoyable way to travel.

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