Is there a direct train from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald?

Travelling from Zurich Airport to Grindelwald by train You won't have to worry about airport transfers either – the train station is just a few minutes away by foot (located just below Terminal B). Sit back, relax and let the SBB train whisk you through the beautiful Swiss scenery in under three hours.



No, there is no direct train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Grindelwald. To reach this iconic Alpine village in 2026, you will typically need to make at least two changes. The most common route involves taking a train from Zurich Airport to Bern, then transferring to a train to Interlaken Ost, and finally boarding the regional Berner Oberland Bahn (BOB) train for the final leg to Grindelwald. The total journey takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes to 3 hours. While the transfers are extremely efficient and well-timed in the Swiss rail system, you must ensure you have a ticket that covers all segments. If you are traveling with a Swiss Travel Pass, the entire journey is included, and you can simply hop on the next available train. For those with heavy luggage, there is also the option of a "Fly-Rail" baggage service that can send your suitcases directly from the airport to the Grindelwald station.

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Station Zürich Flughafen | SBB.

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