St. Moritz to Zermatt: Road Trip Guide & Distance

104.8 miles 168.7 km · straight line
173.6 miles actual route 279.4 km · driving distance
4h 51min estimated drive time
CHF 34 - CHF 41 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
253° WSW bearing direction

How far is St. Moritz from Zermatt?

The distance from St. Moritz to Zermatt is 104.8 miles (168.7 km) as the crow flies. Zermatt is located WSW of St. Moritz. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173.6 miles, taking about 4h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in Switzerland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for St. Moritz and Zermatt. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from St. Moritz to Zermatt

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 51min CHF 34 - CHF 41 Flexible stops
Bus ~5h 49min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~4h 36min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between St. Moritz & Zermatt

Quick Facts

St. Moritz
46.49°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1822m elevation
Zermatt
46.02°N, 7.75°E
Europe/Zurich
1608m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 237.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM