Zermatt (Täsch) ↔ Zurich taxi (airport and city centre)
Taxi transfer to and from Zurich Airport (ZRH) for Zermatt, 24/7. As Zermatt is car-free, we drive you to the Matterhorn Terminal in Täsch, where the shuttle train reaches the village in about twelve minutes. About 3 h 20 on the road via Bern and the Lötschberg, in a standard taxi, luxury saloon with driver, snow-ready 4x4, van for up to 8 or minibus for up to 19 passengers. The driver can also pick you up in town, at Zurich main station (Zürich HB), your hotel or your home in Zurich.
TO TÄSCH
The Zurich Airport – Zermatt transfer, outbound and return
Skiing beneath the Matterhorn and on the glacier all year round, hiking and mountaineering in summer: whether you fly into Zurich or fly home from there, the same service awaits you.
Zurich → Zermatt
On arrival- We track your flight in real time, long-haul included, and adjust the meeting time if it lands early or late.
- Your driver waits for you in the Zurich Airport arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name.
- Already in town? The driver comes to Zürich HB main station, your hotel or your home.
- Drop-off at the Matterhorn Terminal in Täsch, with help carrying your luggage to the shuttle to Zermatt.
Zermatt → Zurich
For your departure- We set the pick-up time from your flight, the season and the weather, allowing for the drive of over 3 hours.
- The driver waits for you at the Täsch terminal, as the shuttle from Zermatt arrives.
- Night-time departures available for the first morning flights, long-haul included.
- Drop-off at the Zurich departures terminal, or in town at the address you give us.
Route: from Zurich Airport to Zermatt
Indicative distances and times to Täsch in normal traffic, via the Lötschberg car train. If the wait to load is long, the driver goes via Lausanne and the Rhône valley (about 360 km).
- Zurich
Airport, main station or your address in town
0 km - Bern
A1 motorway through Aargau
≈ 130 km · 1 h 20 - Kandersteg
Via Spiez, loading onto the Lötschberg car train
≈ 185 km · 2 h - Goppenstein
About 15 minutes through the tunnel, you stay seated in the vehicle
≈ 200 km · 2 h 25 - Visp
Through the Rhône valley, into the Mattertal
≈ 222 km · 2 h 45 - Täsch
Via Stalden and St. Niklaus to the Matterhorn Terminal, then a 12-min shuttle
≈ 255 km · 3 h 20
How much time should you allow?
Over about 255 km, journey time depends on traffic around Zurich and Bern, the wait at the Lötschberg and the weather in the Mattertal.
Normal traffic
About 3 h 20 between Zurich Airport and Täsch, then 12 minutes on the shuttle to Zermatt.
Wait at the Lötschberg
At weekends in winter and during holidays, the wait for the car train can grow: the driver then takes the route via Lausanne.
Snow in the Mattertal
In heavy snowfall the road to Täsch slows down and may close temporarily due to avalanche risk. We monitor the situation and adjust the schedule.
Recommended departure
For a flight from Zurich, plan a pick-up in Täsch about 5 h 45 before take-off, plus the shuttle time from Zermatt.
Taxi, train or hire car from Zurich?
Three ways to get from Zurich Airport to Zermatt, and what each means with ski luggage.
Private taxi
One vehicle from the airport to Täsch, with no changes: you only carry your luggage to the shuttle. Price confirmed before booking.
Train
Train via Bern and Visp to Zermatt, with at least two changes, often carrying skis and suitcases on busy trains in high season.
Hire car
Over 3 hours of driving after a flight, the queue at the Lötschberg, and paid parking in Täsch for your whole stay, as cars cannot go up to Zermatt.
Which vehicle for your Zurich – Zermatt transfer?
Choose according to the number of passengers, your luggage and the comfort you want for over 3 hours on the road.
Standard taxi
For 1 to 4 travellers with standard luggage: the most economical option for this long journey.
Luxury saloon
Comfortable seats and a uniformed driver: ideal for recovering from a long-haul flight on the way.
4x4 / SUV
All-wheel drive for the Mattertal in winter, large boot for skis and snowboards.
Van
Families and groups of friends: everyone travels together with suitcases and ski bags, in a single ride.
Minibus
Ski groups, seminars and company trips: a single transfer from Zurich to Verbier for the whole group.
Why book your Zurich – Zermatt transfer with us?
Confirmed fixed price
The fare is confirmed before booking, whatever route is taken: no meter running at the Lötschberg or in traffic jams.
Outbound and return at once
Book your arrival and departure together: one contact for your whole stay.
The best route on the day
Lötschberg or the Rhône valley: the driver chooses according to waiting times and traffic, then sees you to the shuttle in Täsch.
Pick-up and drop-off for Zermatt and the Upper Valais
Transfers to and from Zurich Airport cover Täsch for Zermatt, the whole Mattertal, the Saas valley and the Visp area.
Payment methods
Pay securely by bank card, mobile wallet, TWINT or cash.
Book your taxi between Zurich Airport and Zermatt
Tell us your flight number, date, number of passengers and ski luggage. One way, return or round trip: request a quote or estimate the fare online.
Zurich Airport – Zermatt transfer FAQ
What our clients ask before booking their taxi between Zurich and Zermatt.