Zermatt to Grindelwald train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Grindelwald

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 31

Cheapest price on Aug 31

$104

Average ticket price on Aug 31

$117

Fastest journey on Aug 31

3 h 3 m

Average journey duration on Aug 31

3 h 3 m

Trains on Aug 31

44

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Grindelwald is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zermatt to Grindelwald will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Zermatt to Grindelwald without transferring at least 3 times.

  • SBBR 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · ICE 271 | 271 · R 62 151 | 151
    7:37 AM3h03
    Zermatt Bhf
    10:40 AMGrindelwald station
    $1041One-way
    4 transfers
  • SBBR 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · ICE 271 | 271 · R 61 251 | 251
    7:37 AM3h03
    Zermatt Bhf
    10:40 AMGrindelwald station
    $1041One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBR 41 246 | 246 · IC 8 825 | 825 · ICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 175
    1:37 PM3h03
    Zermatt Bhf
    4:40 PMGrindelwald station
    $1051One-way
    4 transfers
  • SBBR 41 246 | 246 · IC 8 825 | 825 · ICE 279 | 279 · R 61 275 | 275
    1:37 PM3h03
    Zermatt Bhf
    4:40 PMGrindelwald station
    $1051One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBR 41 250 | 250 · IC 6 978 | 978 · IC 81 822 | 822 · R 62 179 | 179
    2:37 PM3h03
    Zermatt Bhf
    5:40 PMGrindelwald station
    $1051One-way
    4 transfers

Live departures

Zermatt to Grindelwald train times

The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Grindelwald trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SBBR 42 316 | 316 · IC 6 610 | 610 · RE 9 4212 | 4212 · R 61 245 | 2456:06 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
9:10 AM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 42 316 | 316 · IC 6 610 | 610 · RE 9 4212 | 4212 · R 62 145 | 1456:06 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
9:10 AM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 218 | 218 · ICE 372 | 372 · IC 81 806 | 806 · R 62 147 | 1476:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
9:40 AM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 218 | 218 · ICE 372 | 372 · IC 81 806 | 806 · R 61 247 | 2476:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
9:40 AM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · ICE 271 | 271 · R 61 251 | 2517:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
10:40 AM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 222 | 222 · IC 8 813 | 813 · ICE 271 | 271 · R 62 151 | 1517:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
10:40 AM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 · R 61 253 | 2538:06 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
11:10 AM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 · R 62 153 | 1538:06 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
11:10 AM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 810 | 810 · R 62 155 | 1558:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
11:40 AM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 · IC 81 810 | 810 · R 61 255 | 2558:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
11:40 AM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 61 965 | 965 · R 62 159 | 1599:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
12:40 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 61 965 | 965 · R 61 259 | 2599:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
12:40 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 · R 62 161 | 16110:06 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
1:10 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 · R 61 261 | 26110:06 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
1:10 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IC 81 814 | 814 · R 62 163 | 16310:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
1:40 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 · IC 81 814 | 814 · R 61 263 | 26310:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
1:40 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 238 | 238 · IC 8 821 | 821 · IC 61 969 | 969 · R 61 267 | 26711:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
2:40 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 238 | 238 · IC 8 821 | 821 · IC 61 969 | 969 · R 62 167 | 16711:37 AM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
2:40 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 42 340 | 340 · IC 6 622 | 622 · RE 9 4224 | 4224 · R 62 169 | 16912:06 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
3:10 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 42 340 | 340 · IC 6 622 | 622 · RE 9 4224 | 4224 · R 61 269 | 26912:06 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
3:10 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 242 | 242 · ICE 276 | 276 · IC 81 818 | 818 · R 62 171 | 17112:37 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
3:40 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 242 | 242 · ICE 276 | 276 · IC 81 818 | 818 · R 61 271 | 27112:37 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
3:40 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 246 | 246 · IC 8 825 | 825 · ICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 1751:37 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
4:40 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 246 | 246 · IC 8 825 | 825 · ICE 279 | 279 · R 61 275 | 2751:37 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
4:40 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 42 348 | 348 · IC 6 626 | 626 · RE 9 4228 | 4228 · R 62 177 | 1772:06 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
5:10 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 42 348 | 348 · IC 6 626 | 626 · RE 9 4228 | 4228 · R 61 277 | 2772:06 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h04
5:10 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 250 | 250 · IC 6 978 | 978 · IC 81 822 | 822 · R 61 279 | 2792:37 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
5:40 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 250 | 250 · IC 6 978 | 978 · IC 81 822 | 822 · R 62 179 | 1792:37 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
5:40 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers
SBBR 41 254 | 254 · IC 8 829 | 829 · IC 61 977 | 977 · R 61 283 | 2833:37 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
6:40 PM Grindelwald station3 transfers
SBBR 41 254 | 254 · IC 8 829 | 829 · IC 61 977 | 977 · R 62 183 | 1833:37 PM Zermatt Bhf
3h03
6:40 PM Grindelwald station4 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zermatt to Grindelwald

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Trains from Zermatt to Grindelwald run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 3h 3m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
44 miles (71 km)
Average train duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
$72
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
3h 3m
First train
1:15 AM
Last train
10:17 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Grindelwald trainsSBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Grindelwald from $72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest SBB Price
$72
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn Duration
3h 3m
Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn frequency
16 a day

Complete guide to Grindelwald

Things to do in Grindelwald

Discover the best of Grindelwald — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grindelwald trip today.

  • Must visit

Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum

Historic open-air museum in Ballenberg showing traditional Swiss buildings and crafts. Excellent for understanding Bernese Oberland rural heritage.

  • Must visit

Alpine Sensation

Interactive museum at Jungfraujoch about alpine science and the high-mountain railway. Ideal for visitors already making the iconic summit trip.

  • Recommended

Museum Grindelwald

Local museum on village life, mountaineering, farming, and tourism. A compact, informative introduction to Grindelwald's culture and Alpine history.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Very costly versus most Alpine destinations; hotels, dining, and mountain transit are all priced at Swiss premium tourist rates.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6.50 for cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Round taxi fares up slightly; small cafe tips are optional.

FAQs: Trains from Zermatt to Grindelwald

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Zermatt to Grindelwald can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $72, while the average price is around $102.
The train from Zermatt to Grindelwald takes 3h 3m and runs 13 per day.
The distance by train from Zermatt to Grindelwald is 44 miles (71 km).
The first train from Zermatt to Grindelwald leaves at 1:15 AM.
The last train from Zermatt to Grindelwald leaves at 10:17 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Zermatt to Grindelwald.
There is no direct train service currently available from Zermatt to Grindelwald.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Zermatt to Grindelwald.
The train station in Zermatt that goes to Grindelwald is Zermatt Bhf, which connects to Grindelwald station.
The cheapest way to get from Zermatt to Grindelwald is by train, with a cost of around $72.
Yes, the train journey from Zermatt to Grindelwald is scenic, offering breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, lush valleys, and charming villages along the route.
A day trip from Zermatt to Grindelwald is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 3m and covers 44 miles (71 km). However, there are 16 train connections available per day.
In Grindelwald, you can enjoy adventurous activities at Grindelwald-First, such as zip-lining and mountain carting. Visit the Glacier Gorge to marvel at its rock formations and waterfalls. Take a scenic train ride on the Bernese Oberland Railway, and explore the charming village with its traditional Swiss architecture. Don't miss a guided tour of the local cheese factory to learn about Swiss cheese-making traditions. For stunning sights, walk the First Cliff Walk for panoramic views, visit Jungfraujoch for breathtaking glacier vistas, hike the Eiger Trail, relax by Bachalpsee Lake, and take a cable car to Pfingstegg for views of the area.
To fully experience Grindelwald's stunning landscapes, hiking trails, and nearby attractions like Jungfraujoch, plan for a stay of 3 to 4 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Zermatt to Grindelwald.
Since both Zermatt and Grindelwald are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Grindelwald include Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, Bern, Spiez, Wilderswil.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zermatt to Grindelwald among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Grindelwald, travelers should be aware of typical mountain safety concerns such as sudden weather changes, challenging hiking trails, and the risk of avalanches in winter. It is important to stay on marked paths and check local weather forecasts. While scams are rare, travelers should be cautious of unofficial guides offering unlicensed tours or overpriced transportation services. Always use authorized ticket vendors and official transport providers to avoid fraud.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Zermatt to Grindelwald

Most Zermatt to Grindelwald trains use the Zermatt, Bahnhof to Grindelwald station pair, with some services arriving at Grindelwald Grund. Use this guide to compare Zermatt and Grindelwald train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zermatt
Arrival train stations in Grindelwald

Which Zermatt station do trains to Grindelwald leave from?

Trains from Zermatt to Grindelwald leave from Zermatt, Bahnhof. The station is from Zermatt city centre at 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland.
Zermatt, Bahnhof3920 Zermatt, SwitzerlandAccessibility

Zermatt, Bahnhof train station facilities and services

Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.

GornergratGornergrat, Zermatt, Switzerland+41 27 921 47 60WifiLockersDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Gornergrat from Zermatt city centre

Gornergrat is 4 km from Zermatt city centre. Public transport options include:

Train48 · 33m · every ~3 min

Gornergrat train station facilities and services

Gornergrat has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat Restaurant, Panorama Self

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gornergrat.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gornergrat.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gornergrat: WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gornergrat: Ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat.

Rotenboden0041 848 642 442WifiDiningWCHotel
City-centre transport

Getting to Rotenboden from Zermatt city centre

Rotenboden is 4 km from Zermatt city centre. Public transport options include:

Train48 · 28m · every ~3 min

Rotenboden train station facilities and services

Rotenboden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, WC, and Hotel.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Rotenboden.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Rotenboden.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Rotenboden: WC.

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