How to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich

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Compare train and bus for Grindelwald to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grindelwald to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a train costs an average of $85.

Distance: 56 miles (91 km)

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3h 28m

Average total duration

2h 58m

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The cheapest way to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $40.

This is compared to other travel options from Grindelwald to Zurich:

A bus is $45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grindelwald to Zurich costing on average $85.

The fastest way to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Grindelwald and Zurich including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Grindelwald to Zurich among Omio's users.

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from Grindelwald to Zurich

How to get from Grindelwald to Zurich by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBBR 61 282 | 282 · IC 61 990 | 990 · IC 8 839 | 839
    9:17 PM3h00
    Grindelwald station
    12:17 AMZurich HB
    $671One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBR 61 282 | 282 · IC 61 990 | 990 · IC 8 839 | 839
    9:17 PM3h00
    Grindelwald station
    12:17 AMZurich HB
    $671One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBR 61 228 | 228 · IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 903 | 903
    7:47 AM2h41
    Grindelwald station
    10:28 AMZurich HB
    $771One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • SBBR 61 282 | 282 · IC 61 990 | 990 · IC 8 839 | 839 · S 8 18892 | 18892
    9:17 PM3h12
    Grindelwald station
    12:29 AMZürich Oerlikon
    $691One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBR 61 220 | 220 · IC 61 608 | 608 · IR 35 2361 | 2361
    5:45 AM3h15
    Grindelwald station
    9:00 AMZurich Altstetten
    $711One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBR 61 228 | 228 · IC 61 612 | 612 · IR 35 2365 | 2365
    7:47 AM3h13
    Grindelwald station
    11:00 AMZurich Altstetten
    $731One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Grindelwald to Zurich

Travel to Zurich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Grindelwald to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Grindelwald and Zurich including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $40.

This is compared to other travel options from Grindelwald to Zurich:

A bus is $45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grindelwald to Zurich costing on average $85.

The fastest way to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 28m.

The distance from Grindelwald to Zurich is approximately 56 miles (91 km).
The average frequency per day from Grindelwald to Zurich is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Grindelwald and Zurich as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Grindelwald to Zurich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Grindelwald station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Interlaken and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Grindelwald to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, STI Bus AG to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Rhatische Bahn, Berner Oberland-Bahnen to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Grindelwald to Zurich:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Grindelwald to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.

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