What is the cheapest way to get from Gletsch to Brienz?

The cheapest way to get from Gletsch to Brienz is to line 161 bus via Gletsch, Post which costs SFr 4 - SFr 7 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gletsch to Brienz?

The fastest way to get from Gletsch to Brienz is to taxi and train which takes 47 min and costs SFr 180 - SFr 220.

Is there a direct bus between Gletsch and Brienz?

No, there is no direct bus from Gletsch to Brienz. However, there are services departing from Gletsch, Post and arriving at Brienz BE, Bahnhof via Meiringen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Gletsch to Brienz?

The distance between Gletsch and Brienz is 46 km. The road distance is 51.3 km.

How do I travel from Gletsch to Brienz without a car?

The best way to get from Gletsch to Brienz without a car is to line 161 bus which takes 1h 33m and costs SFr 10 - SFr 15.

How long does it take to get from Gletsch to Brienz?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Gletsch to Brienz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gletsch to Brienz bus from?

Gletsch to Brienz bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Gletsch, Post station.

Where does the Gletsch to Brienz bus arrive?

Gletsch to Brienz bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Meiringen, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Gletsch to Brienz?

Yes, the driving distance between Gletsch to Brienz is 51 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Gletsch to Brienz.

Where can I stay near Brienz?

There are 1772+ hotels available in Brienz.

Gletsch to Brienz - 5 ways to travel via train, line 161 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gletsch to Brienz by bus, taxi, train, or car

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Line 161 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grimsel Passhöhe to Meiringen, Bahnhofbus 161
1h 33m
CHF 10–15
Line 161 bus via Gletsch, Post
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gletsch, Post to Meiringen, Bahnhofbus 161
1h 57m
CHF 4–7
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Gletsch to Meiringentaxi
2. Take the train from Meiringen to Brienztrain R70 / ...
47 min
CHF 183–218
Drive 51.3 km
1. Drive from Gletsch to Brienzcar 51.3 km
48 min
CHF 9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gletsch to Brienztaxi 51.3 km
48 min
CHF 230–280

Gletsch to Brienz by bus and train

34Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

CHF 10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 46.3 km
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Gletsch, Switzerland and Brienz, Canton of Bern, Switzerland?

PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Grimsel Passhöhe to Meiringen, Bahnhof 5 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 4–6 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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