How to travel from Lucerne to Grindelwald

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Compare train for Lucerne to Grindelwald

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Grindelwald among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $31.

Distance: 32 miles (52 km)

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$46

Average price

Cheapest

$75

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 25m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 21m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Grindelwald is a train with an average price of $46 (€37).
The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Grindelwald is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 4m.

Other travel options to Grindelwald take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 25m.

Yes, you can take a train between Lucerne and Grindelwald.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lucerne to Grindelwald among Omio's users.

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from Lucerne to Grindelwald

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressIR LIX 3084 | 3084+SBBR 61 3257 | 3257 · R 61 257 | 257
    9:24 AM2h46
    Lucerne station
    12:10 PMGrindelwald station
    $311One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressIR LIX 3084 | 3084+SBBR 61 3257 | 3257 · R 61 257 | 257
    9:24 AM2h46
    Lucerne station
    12:10 PMGrindelwald station
    $311One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2916 | 2916+SBBR 61 251 | 251
    8:06 AM2h34
    Lucerne station
    10:40 AMGrindelwald station
    $651One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressIR LIX 3084 | 3084+SBBR 61 257 | 257
    9:24 AM2h46
    Lucerne station
    12:10 PMGrindelwald station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer
  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressIR LIX 3086 | 3086+SBBR 62 161 | 161 · R 61 261 | 261
    10:24 AM2h46
    Lucerne station
    1:10 PMGrindelwald station
    $311One-way
    2 transfers
  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressIR LIX 3086 | 3086+SBBR 61 261 | 261
    10:24 AM2h46
    Lucerne station
    1:10 PMGrindelwald station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lucerne to Grindelwald

Travel to Grindelwald 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 Lucerne to Grindelwald.

FAQs
You can travel between Lucerne and Grindelwald by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Grindelwald is a train with an average price of $46 (€37).
The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Grindelwald is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 4m.

Other travel options to Grindelwald take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 25m.

The distance from Lucerne to Grindelwald is approximately 32 miles (52 km).
The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Grindelwald is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lucerne to Grindelwald:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lucerne station and arrive in Grindelwald station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Luzern and arrive in Iseltwald.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucerne to Grindelwald, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Grindelwald by bus.
  • Travel with Rhatische Bahn, SBB, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG, Zentralbahn to go to Grindelwald by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucerne to Grindelwald:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lucerne to Grindelwald often also extend their vacation to go to Interlaken, Zurich, Milan, Lauterbrunnen, Zermatt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Grindelwald and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Grindelwald to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.

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