Gornergrat Railway: Journey to the Pinnacle of Swiss Beauty

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving to Gornergrat Railway, head towards Zermatt. Note that Zermatt is a car-free village, so you will need to park your car at the Matterhorn Terminal in Täsch (address: Bahnhofplatz, 3929 Täsch). Once parked, take the shuttle train from Täsch to Zermatt, which takes about 12 minutes. Upon arrival in Zermatt, follow the signs to the Gornergrat Railway station located at Bahnhofpl. 1. The total cost for parking and the train ride from Täsch to Zermatt is approximately CHF 15-25.

• Public Transportation

  For those traveling by train, first take a train to Zermatt. The nearest major train stations are in Brig or Visp, where you can catch a regional train to Zermatt. Once you arrive at Zermatt station, which is just a short walk from the Gornergrat Railway station at Bahnhofpl. 1, follow the signs to reach the railway entrance. The total travel time from Brig or Visp to Zermatt is approximately 1.5 hours, with ticket prices ranging from CHF 20-40.

• Walking

  If you are already in Zermatt, simply walk to the Gornergrat Railway station at Bahnhofpl. 1. It is located near the center of the village and is easily accessible on foot. Just follow the main streets and look for directional signs, which will lead you directly to the station. The walk should take around 10-15 minutes depending on your starting point.