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Compare train and bus for Thun to Grindelwald
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thun to Grindelwald among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $34, while a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$34 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg 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.
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Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $63 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€25). The journey takes 1h 9m versus 46m 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 Thun to Grindelwald by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Thun to Grindelwald is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
IC 61 10959 | 10959 · EV EV3 590212 | 590212 · R 61 247 | 2478:24 AM 1h16 Thun station 9:40 AM Grindelwald station $42 1 One-way 2 transfers
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IC 61 10959 | 10959 · EV EV3 590212 | 590212 · R 61 247 | 2478:24 AM 1h16 Thun station 9:40 AM Grindelwald station $42 1 One-way 2 transfers
Fastest
IC 61 10959 | 10959 · EV EV3 590212 | 590212 · R 61 247 | 2478:24 AM 1h16 Thun station 9:40 AM Grindelwald station $42 1 One-way 2 transfers
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IC 61 611 | 611 · EV EV3 590214 | 590214 · R 61 249 | 2498:54 AM 1h16 Thun station 10:10 AM Grindelwald station $42 1 One-way 2 transfers
IC 61 10271 | 10271 · EV EV3 590216 | 590216 · R 61 251 | 2519:24 AM 1h16 Thun station 10:40 AM Grindelwald station $42 1 One-way 2 transfers
IC 61 10963 | 10963 · EV EV3 590220 | 590220 · R 61 255 | 25510:24 AM 1h16 Thun station 11:40 AM Grindelwald station $42 1 One-way 2 transfers
B 21 21056 | 21056 · R 61 251 | 2519:02 AM 1h38 Thun 10:40 AM Grindelwald station $42 1 One-way 1 transfer
B 21 21066 | 21066 · R 61 255 | 25510:02 AM 1h38 Thun 11:40 AM Grindelwald station $42 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Thun and Grindelwald as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Thun station and arrive in Grindelwald station.
- Travel with SBB to go to Grindelwald by train.
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