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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
$52
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Grindelwald is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Grindelwald will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 3 trains that leave Milan for Grindelwald on Wed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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 Milan to Grindelwald among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Grindelwald take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Train takes on average 3h 22m.
The journey is about 50m faster (3h 22m by train vs 4h 12m by car) and roughly $63 (€51) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($67 (€55) vs $130 (€107)). 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 Milan to Grindelwald trains for today, 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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![]() | 5:10 PM Milan | 2h04 | 7:14 PM Grindelwald | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Milan | 2h04 | 8:14 PM Grindelwald | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
![]() | 6:10 AM Milan | 2h04 | 8:14 AM Grindelwald | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Milan | 2h04 | 9:14 AM Grindelwald | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Milan to Grindelwald run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 8:41 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan to Grindelwald trains use the Milano Centrale to Brig station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Grindelwald train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale 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: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Grindelwald has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Barry's, Restaurant Golden India
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Grindelwald. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Grindelwald. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grindelwald: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grindelwald: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grindelwald: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Belvedere Grindelwald, Eiger Mountain & Soul Resort, Hotel Spinne.
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