How to get from Basel to Grindelwald
- 109 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 2h 51m
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At a glance
Fastest
2h 51m
1 transfer
Train
€39
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 3 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Basel to Grindelwald. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 51m by train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 109 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €22, on Thu, Sep 24.
109 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €56Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 2h 51m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €16Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 3h 05mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€56Omio catalogue, Oct 32h 51m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€16Omio catalogue, Oct 33h 05m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Basel to Grindelwald: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Basel → Interlakentrain
SBB·1h 55m - 2Interlaken → GrindelwaldtrainBOB·36m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
Search my dateDepartures from Basel to Grindelwald
Regional connection runs about 12 services a day on this route. We do not hold its published timetable, so no departure times are shown.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regional connectionbus | 12 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
SBBBasel-InterlakenBook →BOBInterlaken-GrindelwaldBook →Regional connectionEuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-GrindelwaldBook →On this route you travel with SBB, BOB, Regional connection; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Basel to Grindelwald works
Start with a SBB train from Basel to Interlaken, about 1h 55m. Transfer in Interlaken and continue by BOB train on to Grindelwald (36 min). In total it's roughly €39 over 2h 51m, 1 transfer.
Basel to Grindelwald: common questions
How long does it take to get from Basel to Grindelwald?
The most useful route takes about 2h 51m by train, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Basel to Grindelwald?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Grindelwald from Basel?
About 109 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Basel to Grindelwald cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €39. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Basel to Grindelwald?
On this route you travel with SBB, BOB, Regional connection.
Can you get from Basel to Grindelwald without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 2h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Grindelwald?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to next
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: SBB, BOB
Route calculated: 3 Oct 2026