What is the cheapest way to get from Glacier Express to Grindelwald?

The cheapest way to get from Glacier Express to Grindelwald is to bus and drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 55 and takes 9h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glacier Express to Grindelwald?

The fastest way to get from Glacier Express to Grindelwald is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Glacier Express and Grindelwald?

No, there is no direct train from Glacier Express to Grindelwald. However, there are services departing from Preda and arriving at Grindelwald via Chur, Zürich HB, Bern and Interlaken Ost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Glacier Express to Grindelwald?

The distance between Glacier Express and Grindelwald is 377 km. The road distance is 237.8 km.

How do I travel from Glacier Express to Grindelwald without a car?

The best way to get from Glacier Express to Grindelwald without a car is to train via Bern which takes 6h 59m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Glacier Express to Grindelwald?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Glacier Express to Grindelwald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glacier Express to Grindelwald train from?

Glacier Express to Grindelwald train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, depart from Preda station.

Where does the Glacier Express to Grindelwald train arrive?

Glacier Express to Grindelwald train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, arrive at Chur station.

Can I drive from Glacier Express to Grindelwald?

Yes, the driving distance between Glacier Express to Grindelwald is 238 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Glacier Express to Grindelwald.

Where can I stay near Grindelwald?

There are 1896+ hotels available in Grindelwald.

Glacier Express to Grindelwald - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Glacier Express to Grindelwald by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bern
best
1. Take the train from Preda to Churtrain
2. Take the train from Chur to Zürich HBtrain Ic3 / ...
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Berntrain Ic1 / ...
4. Take the train from Bern to Interlaken Osttrain Ice
6h 59m
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thusis, Bahnhof to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 171
2. Take the bus from Biasca, Stazione to Airolo, Stazionebus 120
3. Drive from Airolo, Stazione to Grindelwaldcar
9h 23m
CHF 34–53
Drive 237.8 km
1. Drive from Glacier Express to Grindelwaldcar 237.8 km
3h 35m
CHF 40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Preda to Churtrain
2. Take the train from Chur to Zürich HBtrain Ic3 / ...
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Interlaken Osttrain
7h 22m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tiefencastel, staziun to Andermatttrain 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from Andermatt, Bahnhofplatz to Meiringen, Bahnhofbus 162
11h 4m

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Distance: 377 km
Duration: 6h 59m

What companies run services between Glacier Express, Switzerland and Grindelwald, Switzerland?

You can take a vehicle from Glacier Express to Grindelwald via Preda, Chur, Zürich HB, Bern, and Interlaken Ost in around 6h 59m.

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