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 prices starting from lei185. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei185, and a train costs an average of lei340.

Distance: 56 miles (91 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich is a bus with an average price of lei185.

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

A bus is lei225 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grindelwald to Zurich costing on average lei410.

The fastest way to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 52m.

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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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.

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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 lei185.

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

A bus is lei225 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grindelwald to Zurich costing on average lei410.

The fastest way to travel from Grindelwald to Zurich is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 52m.

The distance from Grindelwald to Zurich is approximately 56 miles (91 km).
The average frequency per day from Grindelwald to Zurich is:
  • Around 28 trains per day.
  • Around 2 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, 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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