Operation. The Eiger Express takes 15 minutes in total duration, travelling at 8 meters per second across a total distance of 6483 meters. The Eiger Express allows a faster access to the Jungfraujoch summit by 47 minutes. There are 44 gondolas, that can hold a maximum of 26 people.

The journey to Jungfraujoch, known as the "Top of Europe," has been significantly shortened thanks to the opening of the Eiger Express tricable gondola. Starting from the Grindelwald Terminal, the Eiger Express takes exactly 15 minutes to reach the Eigergletscher station. From there, you must transfer to the traditional Jungfrau Railway (cogwheel train) for the final leg of the journey through the mountain tunnel, which takes another 25 minutes. In total, the trip from Grindelwald to the summit now takes about 45 to 50 minutes, including the transfer time. This is a massive improvement over the older route via Kleine Scheidegg, which used to take nearly an hour and a half. The Eiger Express is a marvel of modern engineering, featuring 44 cabins that can each hold 26 people, providing stunning panoramic views of the Eiger North Face as you ascend. While it is technically a "cable car and train" combo, the cable car portion is the highlight for many, offering a smooth and rapid ascent into the high alpine environment. For those visiting in 2026, booking a "timed reservoir" for your ascent is highly recommended to avoid wait times at the terminal during the busy summer and winter seasons.