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Compare train and bus for Grindelwald to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grindelwald to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $116 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $116, while a train costs an average of $116.
Distance: 248 miles (400 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$116 Average price Cheapest | $188 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 40m Average total duration Fastest 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $116 (€96) compared to roughly $188 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $72 (€60). The journey takes 8h 10m versus 6h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Grindelwald to Salzburg by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Grindelwald to Salzburg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- R 278 · IC 988 · IC 837 · IC 6928:17 PM12h29Grindelwald station8:46 AMSalzburg Hbf$861One-way6 transfers
Cheapest
- R 278 · IC 988 · IC 837 · IC 6928:17 PM12h29Grindelwald station8:46 AMSalzburg Hbf$861One-way6 transfers
Fastest
- R 246 · IC 972 · IC 821 · EC 19512:17 PM9h25Grindelwald station9:42 PMSalzburg Hbf$1591One-way4 transfers
Other options
- R 276 · RE 4237 · EC 66 · IC 604027:47 PM12h59Grindelwald station8:46 AMSalzburg Hbf$861One-way5 transfers
- R 250 · IC 823 · ICE 276 · ICE 10691:17 PM10h28Grindelwald station11:45 PMSalzburg Hbf$1221One-way4 transfers
- R 234 · IC 815 · IC 966 · ICE 3709:17 AM9h41Grindelwald station6:58 PMSalzburg Hbf$1331One-way5 transfers
R 61 230 | 230+
PE LIX 2919 | 2919+IR 70 2620 | 2620+
LH57538:17 AM13h48Grindelwald station10:05 PMSalzburg Airport$5931One-way4 transfers- R 61 230 | 230+PE LIX 2919 | 2919+IR 70 2620 | 2620+
LH11978:17 AM13h48Grindelwald station10:05 PMSalzburg Airport$5931One-way4 transfers - PE LIX 2919 | 2919+LH5741+LH1108+IR 70 2620 | 26208:17 AM13h48Grindelwald station10:05 PMSalzburg Airport$5931One-way4 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Grindelwald to Salzburg
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- Around 4 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Grindelwald and Salzburg as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Grindelwald station and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Salzburg by train.
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