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Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum
Historic open-air museum in Ballenberg showing traditional Swiss buildings and crafts. Excellent for understanding Bernese Oberland rural heritage.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
6 h 43 m
Average duration
7 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Grindelwald is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Grindelwald will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 4 trains that leave Florence for Grindelwald on Tue, Jul 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 405 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 43 m .
On Tue, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 8 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Grindelwald among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $102.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$94 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price | $216 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Grindelwald:
A train is $42 (€34) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Grindelwald costing on average $136 (€112).
Other travel options to Grindelwald take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 19m.
The journey is about 39m faster (6h 19m by train vs 6h 58m by car) and roughly $122 (€100) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($94 (€78) vs $216 (€178)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Grindelwald trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:21 AM Florence | 8h55 | 3:16 PM Grindelwald | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:21 AM Florence | 8h55 | 4:16 PM Grindelwald | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:33 AM Florence | 6h43 | 6:16 PM Grindelwald | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:33 PM Florence | 6h43 | 7:16 PM Grindelwald | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence to Grindelwald run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 6h 43m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€54) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 4:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Grindelwald — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grindelwald trip today.
Historic open-air museum in Ballenberg showing traditional Swiss buildings and crafts. Excellent for understanding Bernese Oberland rural heritage.
Interactive museum at Jungfraujoch about alpine science and the high-mountain railway. Ideal for visitors already making the iconic summit trip.
Local museum on village life, mountaineering, farming, and tourism. A compact, informative introduction to Grindelwald's culture and Alpine history.
Dramatic glacier gorge with walkways through steep rock walls. One of Grindelwald's signature natural attractions and an easy must-see outing.
Celebrated mountain summit area with cliff walk, lake, and broad hiking network. A top destination for views and recent high-profile attractions.
Panoramic ridge walk between Männlichen and Kleine Scheidegg. Famous for classic Eiger views and one of the region's best scenic hikes.
Cheese fondue is melted Alpine cheese shared from a communal pot, a classic Bernese Oberland winter meal tied to mountain dairy traditions.
Rösti is a crisp pan-fried potato cake from nearby Bernese traditions, often served with bacon, egg, or mountain cheese in alpine inns.
Älplermagronen is a hearty Alpine pasta bake with potatoes, cheese, cream, and onions, often served with apple sauce in Swiss mountain regions.
Refined Swiss dining at Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof, known for seasonal ingredients, polished service, and an elegant mountain setting.
Traditional chalet restaurant famed for cheese fondue and Swiss classics, with warm alpine interiors and views above Grindelwald village.
Popular casual spot serving burgers, steaks, and Swiss comfort food in a lively rustic atmosphere near the center of Grindelwald.
Very costly versus most Alpine destinations; hotels, dining, and mountain transit are all priced at Swiss premium tourist rates.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Round taxi fares up slightly; small cafe tips are optional.
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Grindelwald Terminal -> Grindelwald Bahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Grindelwald by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Grindelwald, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Grindelwald trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Brig station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Grindelwald train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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