The average train between Bad Ischl and Grindelwald takes 16h 8m and the fastest train takes 12h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Bad Ischl to Grindelwald. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Bad Ischl and Grindelwald. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Bad Ischl is at 5:53 PM which arrives into Grindelwald at 4:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Attnang-Puchheim and take an average of 16h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bad Ischl to Grindelwald? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bad Ischl to Grindelwald. However, there are services departing from Bad Ischl station and arriving at Grindelwald station via Attnang-Puchheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 8m.
Bad Ischl to Grindelwald train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Bad Ischl station.
Bad Ischl to Grindelwald train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Interlaken Ost station.
The distance between Bad Ischl and Grindelwald is 439.2 km. The road distance is 778 km.
You can take a train from Bad Ischl to Grindelwald via Attnang-Puchheim, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Sargans, Olten, and Interlaken Ost in around 14h 7m.