The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken to Grindelwald
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Grindelwald is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken to Grindelwald will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 11 trains that leave Interlaken for Grindelwald on Sun, Nov 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
R 61 247 | 247
R 61 245 | 245
R 61 243 | 243
R 61 249 | 249
R 61 251 | 251
R 61 247 | 247
R 61 245 | 245
R 61 243 | 243
R 61 249 | 249
R 61 251 | 251Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Interlaken to Grindelwald
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Grindelwald among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 15 km
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€15 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Interlaken to Grindelwald train times
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken to Grindelwald trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 61 243 | 243 | 7:04 AM Interlaken Ost | 0h36 | 7:40 AM Grindelwald station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 9 4212 | 4212 · R 61 245 | 245 | 7:22 AM Interlaken West | 0h48 | 8:10 AM Grindelwald station | 1 transfer | |
B 105 10511 | 10511 · R 61 245 | 245 | 7:27 AM Interlaken | 0h43 | 8:10 AM Grindelwald station | 1 transfer | |
R 61 245 | 245 | 7:34 AM Interlaken Ost | 0h36 | 8:10 AM Grindelwald station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 10959 | 10959 · R 61 247 | 247 | 7:54 AM Interlaken West | 0h46 | 8:40 AM Grindelwald station | 1 transfer | |
B 105 10513 | 10513 · R 61 247 | 247 | 7:57 AM Interlaken | 0h43 | 8:40 AM Grindelwald station | 1 transfer | |
R 61 247 | 247 | 8:04 AM Interlaken Ost | 0h36 | 8:40 AM Grindelwald station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 333 | 333 · R 61 249 | 249 | 8:23 AM Interlaken West | 0h47 | 9:10 AM Grindelwald station | 1 transfer | |
B 105 10515 | 10515 · R 61 249 | 249 | 8:27 AM Interlaken | 0h43 | 9:10 AM Grindelwald station | 1 transfer | |
R 61 249 | 249 | 8:34 AM Interlaken Ost | 0h36 | 9:10 AM Grindelwald station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 61 251 | 251 | 9:04 AM Interlaken Ost | 0h36 | 9:40 AM Grindelwald station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Interlaken to Grindelwald
Trains from Interlaken to Grindelwald run on average 21 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 33m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SBB, Berner Oberland-Bahnen from Interlaken to Grindelwald trainsSBB, Berner Oberland-Bahnen trains will get you between Interlaken and Grindelwald from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Interlaken to Grindelwald
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken to Grindelwald by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Grindelwald, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Interlaken, you have various train station options to start your route from including Interlaken Ost, Interlaken, Bahnhofplatz (Ost Bahnhof), Matten b. Interlaken and Interlaken, West train station (Bus). When arriving in Grindelwald, you can end your route in train stations like Grindelwald, Schwendi bei Grindelwald and Grindelwald, Bahnhof.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Interlaken Ost, which is located around 0.5 miles (785 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Grindelwald, located 0.2 miles (260 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Interlaken to Grindelwald
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Des Alpes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage
- Hotel Du Nord
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered and uncovered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and information desk
- Hall 3: access to bus and boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz connections
- Train: Connections to major Swiss cities
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Bären
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Hotel Krebs Interlaken
- Hotel Bellevue
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Thunersee line
- Train: Connections to Interlaken Ost and other regional destinations
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Belvedere Grindelwald
- Hotel Gletschergarten
- Hotel Spinne
- 60 places, covered
- Located near the ticket office
- The station is a small facility with basic amenities, primarily serving as a transit point to Kleine Scheidegg.
- Bus: Local bus services available
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Barry's
- Restaurant Golden India
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Belvedere Grindelwald
- Eiger Mountain & Soul Resort
- Hotel Spinne
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, and Kleine Scheidegg
- Bus: Several local lines available
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