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

How long does the journey to the Jungfraujoch take? With the Wengernalp Railway via Grindelwald or Lauterbrunnen: The journey from Grindelwald takes 1 hour 26 minutes there and 1 hour 26 minutes back. We recommend at least 5–6 hours to allow a reasonable amount of time on the Jungfraujoch.



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From Grindelwald Terminal to the Jungfraujoch in just 45 minutes! Take the new Eiger Express tricable gondola from Grindelwald Terminal to the Eiger Glacier and from there continue to Europe's highest railway station on the Jungfrau Railway.

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You can get to the top of Switzerland's Jungfrau mountain in one of the most scenic journeys of your entire Swiss visit, while on the same big day you can find time for several easy hikes and scenic rides by train and cable car, enjoying some of the world's finest sights, walking Grindelwald's glacier gulch, and ...

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First is more for fun and adventure while Jungfrau is about seeing and touching snow and glacier abd to get an impression of the swiss alps. It depends on what you're up to... Both trips on the same day can be stressful, if you want to do them on the same day, you should go first to First.

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Wengen is closer to Jungfraujoch, while Mürren is closer to Schilthorn and Birg. Wengen is a slightly more convenient base if you're planning to go around the rest of the Jungfrau region, like to Interlaken and Grindelwald.

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From Grindelwald Terminal, you can take the Eiger Express tricable gondola to the Eiger Glacier station. At the Eiger Glacier station, change to the Jungfrau Railway, which takes you through the Eiger and M?nch to the Jungfraujoch ? Top of Europe, the highest railway station in Europe.

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We recommend at least 5–6 hours to allow a reasonable amount of time on the Jungfraujoch. From Grindelwald Terminal with the Eiger Express: The journey from Grindelwald Terminal takes 45 minutes there and 45 minutes back. We recommend at least 3.5–4.5 hours to allow a reasonable amount of time on the Jungfraujoch.

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On the sunny side of the Grindelwald valley, the gondola lift runs from the glacier village of Grindelwald towards First, at 2168 m above sea level. During the 25-minute ride you're guaranteed a breathtaking view of the mountain landscape.

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Head out on this 4.4-mile point-to-point trail near Grindelwald, Bern. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 14 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.

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After a break in Interlaken, board the cable car at the Grindelwald Terminal for a spectacular 15-minute ride to the Eiger Glacier. From there, change to a cogwheel train that will take you to the peak of Jungfraujoch. From the top of Jungfraujoch, you'll marvel at the High-Alpine wonderland of ice, snow, and rock.

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Grindelwald First with the Swiss Travel Pass If you're holding a Swiss Travel Pass, your cable car journey from Grindelwald to First would be at a 50% discounted price. Activities must be paid for individually over and above the cable car ticket and can be chosen from.

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Tickets to the First Cliff walk in Grindelwald The good thing is there is no entrance fee to walk the Cliff Walk because it is sponsored by Tissot. You do however need to buy a cable car ticket to reach First mountain station, or hike up from Grindelwald to First.

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If just gondola up and back, it is about US$30 per person. Don't let the price stand in your way here.

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Wear warm clothing, as Jungfraujoch is quite chilly even in the summer. Ample sun protection for the skin is necessary due to the powerful radiation at high altitudes. Without sunglasses, there is a high risk of snow blindness on the glacier!

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The fastest and most comfortable way takes you via Grindelwald Terminal / the new Eiger Express tricable gondola to the Jungfraujoch. From the Eiger Glacier station there is a connection to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe every 30 minutes, depending on season and demand.

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