How to Get from Zurich to Grindelwald

Getting from Zurich to Grindelwald?

Travelling to the mountain village of Grindelwald, and wondering which is the best transport option? Let us put your mind at ease by providing you with this quick how-to guide on getting to your final destination of Grindelwald.

Located in the canton of Berne, Grindelwald is a charming little village hidden in the Swiss Alps. It has long been one of the most famed destinations for tourists looking to hit the slopes. With slopes available for all ski levels, as well as activities for non-skiers, it seals itself as a must-see location for any Switzerland ski trip.

Getting a Zurich to Grindelwald Train

The Swiss are famous for their railways, this makes taking a train trip across the country a real pleasure, usually. Unfortunately for this trip, there are no direct routes between the two locations, meaning that swapping trains is a must. If you feel up to the challenge, then read on.

Purchase your train tickets at the station, or save yourself the lines and get them online. Train tickets from Zurich to Grindelwald depend on what time of day you book them for. If you book in advance, the ticket price is usually €40.

In order to get to Grindelwald from Zurich, you will need to make stops in Bern and Interlaken Ost. First, catch the IC8 towards Brig at Zurich HB platform 31, which departs every hour. After a 56 minute journey, you will arrive in Bern. From here, catch the IC61 train to Interlaken Ost from platform 7. 54 minutes later you will arrive at Interlaken Ost. Catch the R61 train at platform 2B to your final destination. In total, there are 9 intermediate stops during the trip. Make sure to get off at the right one by checking the announcement screens on the train. If you are travelling from Zurich airport to Grindelwald train routes reach here too. Just catch the same train from the airport, it passes through there as well!

You can now let out a sigh of relief, you have arrived. Enjoy Grindelwald!

Travel Tip: There is another train to Grindelwald from Zurich HB, but it includes an additional train change in Spiez. Make sure to catch the right one, and avoid possibly missing your connection.

How to get from Zurich to Grindelwald by Bus?

There are currently no transfers by bus from Zurich. This means that you will have to take one of the other transportation methods mentioned in this article. Bus routes are less likely for longer journeys in Switzerland, as navigating the mountain roads is not efficient in such a large vehicle. There are buses in Switzerland, but usually within city limits or to closeby cities and towns, which don’t require travelling through mountain roads.

Travel Tip: Tip of the day? Have a comfortable AtoB transfer, and get to see the roads of Switzerland from your private ride.

What is Grindelwald to Zurich Distance?

The distance between the two locations, if measured in a straight line, is 91.3 kilometres. With our private transfer, a distance of 137 kilometres will be covered, whereas by train this distance increases to roughly 160 kilometres. The Grindelwald to Zurich airport distance is an extra 8 kilometres, at 99 kilometres.

Booking an AtoB Zurich to Grindelwald Transfer?

We don’t want to pressure you, it’s just we care about you travelling comfortably from A to B. See what we did there? Leave all the transportation during your trip up to us, and we guarantee you will get the most out of your holiday.

Our crew of professional drivers are always ready to pick you up. Meeting you at the airport terminal, they will take care of getting you and your luggage (or even professional equipment) exactly where you need to go. Even moreso, we offer a number of additional services, meaning we can cater to any traveller. Are you travelling with young children? We can provide you with a child seat during your transfer.

Booking is simple, visit our easy-to-use platform and get the transfer you deserve. Choose from a range of different vehicles, depending on your needs, and you are good to go. We can’t wait to see you!