What is the cheapest way to get from Portofino to Grindelwald?

The cheapest way to get from Portofino to Grindelwald is to line 1 ferry and train which costs SFr 55 - SFr 110 and takes 8h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portofino to Grindelwald?

The fastest way to get from Portofino to Grindelwald is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct bus between Portofino and Grindelwald?

No, there is no direct bus from Portofino to Grindelwald. However, there are services departing from Genoa and arriving at Grindelwald, Bahnhof via Zürich HB Schweizerhof and Interlaken Ost, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 19m.

How far is it from Portofino to Grindelwald?

The distance between Portofino and Grindelwald is 428 km. The road distance is 443.2 km.

How do I travel from Portofino to Grindelwald without a car?

The best way to get from Portofino to Grindelwald without a car is to line 1 ferry and train which takes 8h 50m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 110.

How long does it take to get from Portofino to Grindelwald?

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Portofino to Grindelwald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portofino to Grindelwald bus from?

Portofino to Grindelwald bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Genoa station.

Where does the Portofino to Grindelwald bus arrive?

Portofino to Grindelwald bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portofino to Grindelwald?

Yes, the driving distance between Portofino to Grindelwald is 443 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Portofino to Grindelwald.

Where can I stay near Grindelwald?

There are 1898+ hotels available in Grindelwald.

Portofino to Grindelwald - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 ferry, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Portofino to Grindelwald by ferry, train, bus, or car

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Line 1 ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Portofino to Santa Margherita Ligureferry 1
2. Take the train from S.Margherita L.-Port to Milano Centraletrain Ic
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Spieztrain Ec
8h 50m
CHF 59–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N177
2. Take the bus from Zürich HB Schweizerhof to Interlaken Bahnhof Ostbus Shuttler L1 online shuttle
11h 19m
CHF 122–160
Drive 443.2 km
1. Drive from Portofino to Grindelwaldcar 443.2 km
5h 10m
CHF 75–108
Line 1 ferry, train via Bellinzona
1. Take the ferry from Portofino to Santa Margherita Ligureferry 1
2. Take the train from S.Margherita Ligure Portofino to Como Camerlatatrain
3. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Bellinzonatrain S10
4. Take the train from Bellinzona to Luzerntrain Ec / ...
5. Take the train from Luzern to Interlaken Osttrain Lix / ...
12h 3m
CHF 86–144

Portofino to Grindelwald by ferry, foot, and train

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Distance: 427.8 km
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Portofino, Italy and Grindelwald, Switzerland?

You can take a vehicle from Portofino to Grindelwald, Bahnhof via Genoa, Zurich Bus Station, Zürich HB Schweizerhof, and Interlaken Ost, Bahnhof in around 11h 19m.

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