How to get from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald

Fern Coll

Travel Writer/World Explorer

July 20, 2023

If you’re looking for the ultimate ski trip in Switzerland, look no further than Grindelwald. This charming village is hidden in the Swiss Alps, in the canton of Berne. With slopes for all levels and plenty of outdoor activities for non-skiers too, Grindelwald is one of the top tourist stops in Zurich.

There are two different options for your Zurich Airport to Grindelwald transfer; taxi or train. Taking an airport taxi will take around 2 hours and 10 minutes to reach the quaint village and will cost around €400 for up to 4 people. On the other hand, the indirect train journey will take closer to 3 hours to reach Grindelwald, not including wait times between transfers, and will cost approximately €100 per person.

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Train	€200	180min	05:00–23:45

How to get a taxi from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald

The quickest Zurich Airport transfer to Grindelwald is to take a taxi. This door-to-door journey will take just 2 hours and 10 minutes and a local airport taxi will cost around €400 for up to 4 passengers.

How much is a taxi from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald?

The local taxis don’t have official fixed fares for the journey from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald. They will either use a taximeter to calculate the cost of your journey or will agree with you on a set fare on the spot. The average cost for a taxi from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald will be €400, however, if you’d prefer a competitive, all-inclusive fare and no unpleasant surprises, you can pre-book your transfers with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€400

Trip Duration

2 Hrs 10 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Zurich Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Zurich Airport?

Taxis are readily available from outside the main terminal at Zurich Airport. The line of taxis can be found at the rank right outside of the Arrivals Hall.

Convenince

The only direct Zurich Airport to Grindelwald transfer is a taxi. You won’t have to wait up to an hour for your transport or make any changes along the way. Instead, you can make your way directly to the door of your hotel in a private car in just 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling in a group or with lots of luggage, taking a taxi instead of the train will save you time, money and lots of effort.

Useful Tips

Ensure your driver agrees on a price for your journey before you set off or that they reset their taximeter as you start your journey.

Luggage that can fit in the trunk can be transported free of charge.

Adding on a small tip to your fare for long journeys is always appreciated.

How to get from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald by train

Unfortunately, there’s no direct Zurich Airport to Grindelwald train. You will first need to take the IC8 to the Bern train station, then change to the IC61 from there towards Interlaken Ost. Train Station. At Interlaken Ost., you can make one final change to the R61 train to Grindelwald. The total journey time will be close to 3 hours – excluding waiting times, and you can expect this Zurich Airport to Grindelwald transfer to cost €100 per person.

How much is the Zurich Airport to Grindelwald train?

The cost of a ticket for the Zurich Airport to Grindelwald train will depend on the time of day you’re travelling and how far in advance you book. The average cost for the trains is €100 per person.

Cost

€100

Trip Duration

3 Hrs.

*There's a waiting time of up to 1 hour for the train.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The trains run from 05:00 to 23:45.

Where do I find the train at Zurich Airport?

The Zurich Airport Railway Station is located underneath the main passenger terminal at the airport. Simply use the stairs or elevators to reach the underground level.

Convenience

Taking the train isn’t very convenient or affordable – unless maybe you’re a solo adventurer who isn’t in a rush. You will have to make 2 to 3 changes along the way, which is extremely stressful and difficult with luggage, and wait up to an hour for each train to leave the station. There’s also very little secure luggage storage on the trains, so you may have to stand with large luggage items in the walkways.

Timetables

Train timetables, fares and route info

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling in a group of 4, you can all share a private and direct taxi for the same cost as taking the train.

Useful Tips

There's very limited luggage storage on the trains.

Some train routes have an extra stop in Spiez, be sure to check the schedule.

You can purchase your train tickets online in advance to save.

Welcome Pickups transfer

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If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Zurich. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

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DAYTIME

€362.0

NIGHTTIME

€434.4

Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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Frequently asked questions

How can I get to Grindelwald from Zurich Airport?

There are two options for your Zurich Airport transfer to Grindelwald; taxi or train. Airport taxis or private transfers are the fastest options, with a journey time of 2 hours and 10 minutes and a cost of €400. The trains, on the other hand, are indirect, so will take closer to 3 hours to reach Grindelwald. The cost of a Zurich Airport to Grindelwald train will be €100 per person.

What is the distance from Grindelwald to Zurich Airport?

The distance from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald is 153 km. Taking an airport taxi will take 2 hours and 10 minutes to reach the village, while the trains will take a minimum of 3 hours, without accounting for wait times.

Is there a direct Zurich Airport to Grindelwald train?

No, there’s no direct Zurich Airport to Grindelwald train. You will need to make 2 to 3 changes to finally reach Grindelwald. The total journey time will be over 3 hours and the cost will be approximately €100 per person.

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How to get a taxi from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald

How much is a taxi from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald?

Cost

€400

Trip Duration

2 Hrs 10 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Zurich Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Zurich Airport?

Convenince

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald by train

How much is the Zurich Airport to Grindelwald train?

Cost

€100

Trip Duration

3 Hrs.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The trains run from 05:00 to 23:45.

Where do I find the train at Zurich Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

Train timetables, fares and route info

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

Frequently asked questions

How can I get to Grindelwald from Zurich Airport?

What is the distance from Grindelwald to Zurich Airport?

Is there a direct Zurich Airport to Grindelwald train?

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