How to get from Zürich to Chalais by bus and train?

Zürich to Chalais - Train Schedule

The IC8 train from Zürich to Chalais runs from 08:01 to 18:01, with departures every 2 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 59 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Zürich to Chalais by bus and train

To get from Zürich to Chalais in Geneve, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC8 train from Zürich Hb station to Visp station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IR95 train and finally take the 1 bus from Sierre, Le Bourgeois station to Chalais, Téléphérique station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 59 min. The bus and train schedule from Zürich may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chalais on the Moovit app.

179min
Train - IC8IC8
Train - IR95IR95
Bus - 11
Leaves from Zürich Hb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zürich
  • 2
    Train - IC8IC8
    Wait for train
    IC8
    Brig
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Visp
    122 min
  • 4
    Train - IR95IR95
    Wait for train
    IR95
    Genève-Aéroport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sierre/Siders
    18 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sierre, Le Bourgeois
    250 m • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Chalais, Téléphérique
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Chalais, Téléphérique
    Ride to bus station
    Chalais, Téléphérique
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zürich to Chalais

The distance between Zürich, Geneve and Chalais, Geneve is approximately 224.48 km, which can typically be travelled in 179 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zürich to Chalais by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Zürich to Chalais

To check the bus and train schedule from Zürich to Chalais using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Zürich) and destination (Chalais), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Zürich to Chalais?

    The fastest way takes 179 minutes, using Train line IC8, Train line IR95, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between Zürich and Chalais in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 59 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zürich to Chalais in Geneve?

    The IC8 train line goes from Visp station near Zürich to Sierre/Siders station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Sierre/Siders station near Chalais in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Zürich to Chalais in Geneve by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Zürich and Chalais in Geneve by train and bus is about 2 hr 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Zürich to get to Chalais in Geneve?

    Get on the IC8 train from the Visp station near Zürich in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Zürich and Chalais in Geneve?

    Get off the train at the Sierre/Siders stop, which is closest to Chalais in Geneve.

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